like a dream
idiom
: very pleasingly or well
The new car drives like a dream.
My new computer works like a dream.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025
An untold number of memories and photos are gone, but like many homeowners in Altadena, that horrible reality still feels like a dream.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
The idea of relocating to this Nordic country—known for its stunning landscapes, high standard of living, and progressive values—can seem like a dream come true.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
This classic recipe freezes like a dream and wows every time.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
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“Like a dream.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like%20a%20dream. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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