finest hour
A point in time or a relatively brief period of time when an especially distinguished, admirable, or effective set of actions is performed.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Winning the championship was the team's finest hour.”
“The captain led the rescue mission with great courage, marking his finest hour in the service.”
“In the face of overwhelming adversity, the diplomat delivered a speech that would eventually be remembered as her finest hour.”
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amateur hour
A situation or activity in which the participants show a lack of skill, sound judgment, or professionalism.
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chance'd be a fine thing
Synonym of no chance or fat chance, with a somewhat more cheerful attitude.
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down to a fine art
To a point of exceptional proficiency.
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fine feathers make fine birds
Something that appears beautiful or good is by definition beautiful or good.
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fine line
A difference, albeit vague and difficult to discern.
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fine print
The details, restrictions, terms, or conditions, especially of a contract, often printed in very small type.
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long hour
Any of the late hours of the day, especially those nearing midnight, or the hours after sunset.
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not to put too fine a point on it
Used to apologize for a possibly impolite statement one is making; to put it bluntly; to express it in plain terms.
Last updated August 10, 2026