hit a home run

Originating from baseball, the phrase "hit a home run" has expanded into common usage to describe achieving significant success.

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Definition

B2Baseball

(sports, technical)To strike the ball in such a manner that the batter can circle all bases and score without being put out.

Example

He hit a home run in the last inning to win the game.

B2General

(idiomatic, informal)To achieve a major success or accomplish something impressive.

Example

She hit a home run with her presentation; everyone was impressed.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hit a home run":

hit one out of the ballpark home run hit it for six swing for the fences hit someone for six hit home hit the jackpot hit it hit off grand slam get to first base hit out bat a thousand strike out go to bat swing for come to bat hit the ball twice hit on play ball hit one's stride strike gold hit with hit the roof hole in one fly ball slam dunk strike a blow hit the rock swing trot hit and hope drop the ball hit the button