walkaway — an easy victory or achievement that requires little effort
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an easy victory or achievement that requires little effort
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɔːkəweɪ/
Example Sentences
- The math test was such a walkaway that I finished in 10 minutes.
- Getting a date with her was a walkaway - she asked me out first!
- The election turned out to be a walkaway for the popular candidate.
walkaway
NOUN[/ˈwɔːkəweɪ/]
an easy victory or achievement that requires little effort
Effortless victory, no competition needed
This runaway victory was the perfect getaway!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Walkaway is a compound noun derived from the phrasal verb 'walk away', which originally meant to depart by walking. The term evolved to describe an easy victory or advantageous situation achieved with minimal effort, as if one could simply walk away from it.
Breakdown
walk (to move on foot) + away (to depart or separate) = an easy victory or favorable outcome obtained effortlessly, like walking away from a situation.
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📝Examples
“The math test was such a walkaway that I finished in 10 minutes.”
“Getting a date with her was a walkaway - she asked me out first!”
“The election turned out to be a walkaway for the popular candidate.”
“His walkaway from social media lasted exactly three hours.”
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