make light work of

make light work of (someone or something)

To deal with, finish, or dispose of someone or something very quickly or handily. We'll make light work of this project now that you've joined the team. You made light work of that book you were reading. You must have liked it!

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make light work of

accomplish a task quickly and easily.

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make light work of

To do or accomplish easily.

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