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well done

idiom
Meaning

Performed well.


Examples
SIMPLE

Well done — you finished the test on time.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager looked at my report and said, 'Well done — this is exactly what I needed.'

COMPLEX

After months of gruelling rehearsals, the conductor turned to the orchestra and declared, 'Well done,' his voice thick with emotion.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    all very well

    All right to a certain extent, but problematic beyond that, or for other people.

  2. 02

    as well

    In addition; also.

  3. 03

    do well by doing good

    To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.

  4. 04

    do well for oneself

    To thrive or succeed.

  5. 05

    don't call us, we'll call you

    A stereotypical statement from a hiring organization to a potential candidate, suggesting that the candidate will not be hired.

  6. 06

    fare thee well

    The greatest extent; completion; a state of refinement or perfection.

  7. 07

    get well

    To recover from an illness or injury.

  8. 08

    go to the well

    To draw on a resource or reserve that may be at risk of being exhausted.

Last updated April 17, 2026