Bob's your uncle
(UK, Commonwealth, Irish, idiomatic) No problem, the solution is simple, there you have it, it's that easy, you have what you want, all will be well: indicates a desirable conclusion has been reached
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(UK, Commonwealth, Irish, idiomatic) No problem, the solution is simple, there you have it, it's that easy, you have what you want, all will be well: indicates a desirable conclusion has been reached with ease.
Insert the plug, press the switch, and '''Bob's your uncle'''.
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