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Like taking candy from a baby Meaning in English

expression

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LYKE TAY-king KAN-dee FRUM AY BAY-bee

Definition

This expression means something is extremely easy to do, almost without any effort.

Usage & Nuances

Informal, often used when a task seems so simple it requires little or no skill. Common in spoken English for comparisons. Similar to 'a piece of cake.' Implication: even a child couldn't stop you.

Example Sentences

Fixing this toy was like taking candy from a baby.

basic

Solving the puzzle was like taking candy from a baby for her.

basic

For me, learning the song was like taking candy from a baby.

basic

Beating him at chess was like taking candy from a baby.

natural

Honestly, getting that job was like taking candy from a baby!

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He finished the test in ten minutes—like taking candy from a baby.

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