pass with flying colors
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To succeed at something easily and impressively.
Register: neutral
Sources & notes
Curated everyday-idiom list, site editorial 2026-07-30.
Common questions
What does “pass with flying colors” mean?
To succeed at something easily and impressively.
Is “pass with flying colors” formal or informal?
pass with flying colors is generally neutral.