Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plain-sailing

idiom
/pleɪn ˈseɪlɪŋ/
Definition
Easy or smooth progress without obstacles.
Examples
  • After months of preparation, the project turned out to be plain-sailing.
  • Once we settled the initial issues, the rest of the process was plain-sailing.
  • With good weather and favorable winds, our sailing trip was plain-sailing.
Meaning
Plain-sailing refers to a situation where things are straightforward and there are no difficulties to encounter. It implies that the task or journey is easy and without complications.
Synonyms
  • smooth sailing
  • easy ride
  • plain sailing