Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
take-the-cake
idiom
/teɪk ðə keɪk/
Definition
To win or stand out in an impressive or surprising manner, often used when referring to something that surpasses expectations.
Examples
- Her performance really took the cake at the talent show.
- That was the most outrageous thing I’ve seen, and it takes the cake!
Meaning
The phrase refers to something that is the most remarkable or shocking in a given situation.
Synonyms
- take the prize
- win the day
- stand out
