purple patch
The phrase "purple patch" has origins in both literature and sports, symbolizing periods of exceptional quality or success.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, British English)A period of time when someone or something experiences great success or good fortune.
Example
- After months of hard work, the team hit a purple patch and won every game.
C1Literature
(formal, historical)A section of writing that is particularly elaborate or ornate.
Example
- The author's latest novel features a purple patch that vividly describes the protagonist's dream world.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "purple patch":
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