جستجو
done and dusted
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کاملاتمامشده
(of a task, event, situation, etc.) completely finished or taken care of
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "done and dusted" and when to use it?
The exact origin of the idiom "done and dusted" is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in Britain during the 19th century. The phrase likely draws from the practice of cleaning or tidying up after completing a task. When a task was finished, dust or dirt would be removed, ensuring that everything was clean and tidy. Over time, the expression "done and dusted" became a figurative way of conveying the completion or finalization of various activities or events. Its usage has since spread beyond Britain and is now a commonly used idiom in English-speaking countries to signify the successful completion of a task or activity.
مثال
The negotiations were tough, but we finally got the deal done and dusted.
After weeks of studying, I finished the last question and handed in my paper feeling relieved that the exam was done and dusted.
The final touches have been added, and the remodeling project is now done and dusted.
With the final edits and proofreading complete, the manuscript is done and dusted.
The judge reviewed the evidence and made the final ruling, declaring the case done and dusted.
