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the cherry on (top of / ) the cake
the cherry on top
the cherry on (top of) the cake
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the final adjustment to something already good or satisfactory just to make it perfect
Approving
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "the cherry on the cake" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "the cherry on the cake" is uncertain, but it may be related to the common practice of topping desserts with a cherry, such as a cake or a sundae. The phrase was first recorded in the mid-19th century, and it has been used to denote an additional benefit or enhancement to an already good situation ever since.
Examples
The free dessert was the cherry on top of an already perfect dinner.
