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Romp home/to victory

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Sporting UsePlay
Often used in sports to describe a team or player winning with ease and dominance. SlideShe romped home to victory in the tennis finals, not dropping a single set.
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Figurative MeaningPlay
Can be used metaphorically to describe any easy success, not limited to sports. SlideThe mayor romped home to a landslide victory in the election.
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It doesn't involve actual running; it's a metaphor for achieving something without struggle. SlideAfter months of hard work, their project romped home well ahead of the deadline.