Bob's your uncle
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Bob's your uncle
Where it comes from
Unknown. Several unsupported theories exist about its origin. A common explanation, involving Arthur Balfour gaining a promotion through the supposed intercession of his uncle, Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, is doubted because the expression did not appear in print until 1924.
phrase Bob is your uncle
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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.
Similar: Bob's your father's brother, Bob's your mother's brother, Bob's your uncle, Fanny's your aunt, hey presto, job's a good 'un, Robert's your father's brother, Robert's your mother's brother, Robert's your uncle, voilà
Translations
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phrase desirable conclusion is reached
| Español | vualá, listoco, ya está |
|---|---|
| 中文 | 就這樣唄 /就这样呗 jiù zhèyàng bei |
| Português | pronto, prontinho, está no papo, não tem erro, é batata |
| Français | le tour est joué, et voilà le travail, c'est parti mon kiki |
| Deutsch | und schon haben wir's |
| Русский | вуаля́ vualjá |
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