be a hit with (someone)

be a hit with (someone)

To elicit a favorable or enthusiastic response from someone. That dish was a big hit with our friends, so I'm sure the people at the church potluck will love it too. The company's inventive new smartphone model has really been a hit with the public. You really were a hit with my family—they can't stop gushing about you.

See also: hit

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be/make a (big, etc.) ˈhit with somebody

be liked very much by somebody when they first meet you: You’ve made quite a hit with my mother. She really likes you. ♢ The new teacher is a big hit with all the students as well as the other members of staff.

See also: hit, make, somebody

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