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Synonyms of plain sailing

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Another word for plain sailing is child's play. Other synonyms of plain sailing are smooth sailing, walk in the park, bagatelle, waltz and breeze.

Synonyms and similar words for plain sailing

nounSomething that is easy, simple, or straightforward; something that offers no difficulties or...

Meaning of plain sailing

  1. noun The navigation of waters free from hazards or unfavourable winds.
  2. noun Something that is easy, simple, or straightforward; something that offers no difficulties or trouble.

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Questions about synonyms of plain sailing

What is another word for plain sailing?
Plain sailing has 25 synonyms on Word.ws, such as child's play, smooth sailing, walk in the park, bagatelle, waltz, breeze, cakewalk and cinch.
What does plain sailing mean?
Plain sailing means the navigation of waters free from hazards or unfavourable winds.

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