Question

in_the_loop_785 triumphantly; victoriously Large ships often sailed into ports with their flags (colors) raised and flying in the wind. This image of glory and victory was eventually extended to any event through which one became triumphant.

Accepted Answer

WITH FLYING COLORS We weren’t sure how the boys would do on their exams, but they passed with flying colors.You look so nervous, but I know you can do it. Don’t worry; you’ll sail through with flying colors. Emotions/Feelings: success and happiness

Id	in_the_loop_785
Idiom	WITH FLYING COLORS
Definition	triumphantly; victoriously
Examples	We weren’t sure how the boys would do on their exams, but they passed with flying colors. You look so nervous, but I know you can do it. Don’t worry; you’ll sail through with flying colors.
Extra Info	Large ships often sailed into ports with their flags (colors) raised and flying in the wind. This image of glory and victory was eventually extended to any event through which one became triumphant.
Category	Emotions/Feelings: success and happiness

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