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have an easy time of it

idiom
Meaning

To have few problems.


Examples
SIMPLE

You have an easy time of it at your new job.

CONTEXTUAL

Because she studied the material for weeks, she had an easy time of it during the final exam.

COMPLEX

While his colleagues struggled with the complex software migration, he had an easy time of it due to his extensive background in programming.

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  1. 01

    a week is a long time in politics

    In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.

  2. 02

    about time

    Far past the desired time.

  3. 03

    any time now

    Very soon.

  4. 04

    any time soon

    soon

  5. 05

    better luck next time

    Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.

  6. 06

    bide one's time

    To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.

  7. 07

    borrowed time

    A period of time whose precise duration is not known but which can be expected to be quite limited, and at the end of which one's situation, benefits, or opportunities will be entirely terminated.

  8. 08

    breathe easy

    To relax or feel secure about something.

Last updated April 17, 2026