be smooth / clear sailing

/biː smˈuːð klˈiə sˈeɪlɪŋ/

/biː smˈuːð klˈɪɹ sˈeɪlɪŋ/

to be smooth / clear sailing

to progress without facing problems or difficulties

synonyms : easy going

Examples

1. We had a hard time setting up the new computer system but it'll be smooth sailing from here on.

2. What you heard, it hasn't always been smooth sailing for Wrigley's the brand.

3. Gmail was gaining popularity fast, but it was not all smooth sailing for the new platform.

4. And what we’ve learned is that it’s no easy task to get your sea legs, but once you do, it’s smooth sailing.