Go/work like a dream

phrase

To function perfectly or to happen without any problem.

The presentation went like a dream, everyone loved the new design.
Visual representation of "go/work like a dream" - To function perfectly or to happen without any problem

Often appears as...

  • everything went like a dream
  • operation worked like a dream

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

To function perfectly or to happen without any problem.

The presentation went like a dream, everyone loved the new design.
Visual representation of "go/work like a dream" - To function perfectly or to happen without any problem

Often appears as...

  • everything went like a dream
  • operation worked like a dream

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "go/work like a dream"
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Positive Outcome

Use when you're happily surprised by how well something worked out.

Illustration for Positive Outcome
I was nervous about the new software, but it works like a dream.
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Metaphorical Use

It's often used metaphorically, not just for physical or mechanical processes.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
His approach to problem-solving goes like a dream.
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Informal Setting

Best suited for casual conversations or informal writing, not in formal documents.

Illustration for Informal Setting
Our road trip went like a dream; we had no traffic at all.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Positive Outcome

Use when you're happily surprised by how well something worked out.

Illustration for Positive Outcome
I was nervous about the new software, but it works like a dream.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Metaphorical Use

It's often used metaphorically, not just for physical or mechanical processes.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
His approach to problem-solving goes like a dream.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Setting

Best suited for casual conversations or informal writing, not in formal documents.

Illustration for Informal Setting
Our road trip went like a dream; we had no traffic at all.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Positive Outcome

Use when you're happily surprised by how well something worked out.

Illustration for Positive Outcome
I was nervous about the new software, but it works like a dream.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Metaphorical Use

It's often used metaphorically, not just for physical or mechanical processes.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
His approach to problem-solving goes like a dream.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Setting

Best suited for casual conversations or informal writing, not in formal documents.

Illustration for Informal Setting
Our road trip went like a dream; we had no traffic at all.
Visual representation of the word "Go/work like a dream"

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