cake walk
The term "cake walk" originated from a dance competition among African-American slaves, where the prize was often a cake. It has since evolved to mean something very easy.
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Definition
B2Idiom
(informal)An activity or task that is very easy to complete.
Example
- Finishing the project was a cake walk compared to what we expected.
- The exam was a cake walk for her because she had studied so much.
C1Dance
(historical)A dance of African American origin, performed in a contest where participants strut in a high-stepping manner.
Example
- The cake walk was a popular event at 19th-century social gatherings.
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