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Take the biscuit

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Negative ConnotationPlay
Usually expresses annoyance or frustration at a situation that's seen as the worst. SlideEveryone was talking in the cinema, but the guy shouting on his phone really took the biscuit.
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British UsagePlay
Predominantly used in British English, it may not be well understood by speakers of other English dialects. SlideWhen she forgot to attend her own party, that really took the biscuit.
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Often used sarcastically to highlight something that's bad or absurd. SlideHe crashed his car and then won the lottery - that takes the biscuit!