In spades

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To a very high degree or extreme way.

She had charm and she had beauty in spades.
Visual representation of "in spades" - To a very high degree or extreme way.

Often appears as...

  • have in spades
  • in spades charm

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Idiomatic Usage

Understand it's an informal idiomatic expression best used in casual conversation or writing.

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His enthusiasm for the project was in spades.
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Connotative Strength

It implies a strong presence or high level of a quality, significantly more than usual.

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The way she handled the crisis showed her leadership skills were in spades.
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Emotional Emphasis

Often conveys the speaker's admiration or emphasis on the intensity of a trait or characteristic.

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He has creativity in spades, always coming up with new ideas.
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