hit it for six

Originating from cricket, the phrase "hit it for six" has expanded into general usage to describe exceptional success.

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Definition

C1Cricket

(technical, sports)To strike the ball over the boundary without it touching the ground, earning six runs.

Example

The batsman hit it for six, thrilling the crowd with his powerful shot.

B2General

(informal, metaphorical)To achieve something with outstanding success.

Example

Her presentation hit it for six, impressing everyone in the room.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hit it for six":

hit someone for six hit a home run hit one out of the ballpark hit it hit out swing for the fences hit and hope home run hit the ball twice hit with grand slam pick six hit off hit the roof swing for hit on hit the button hit the rock