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SAY IT DIFFRENT
PIECE OF CAKE
MEANING
Something that is very easy or requires very little effort.
EXAMPLE
The last question was a piece of cake.
NOT LIFT A FINGER
MEANING
To not help someone, usually because of laziness.
EXAMPLE
He never lifts a finger to help with the housework.
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- IN A HEARTBEAT
- MEANING
- To do something immediately.
- EXAMPLE
If you need me, I'll be there in a heartbeat.
HIT THE ROAD
MEANING
To leave a place, go home, or start a journey, especially by car.
EXAMPLE
It's getting late, so we'd better hit the road.