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Idiom: Bob's Your Uncle

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bobs your uncle 

Meanings

Unknown. Several unsupported theories exist about its origin. A common explanation, involving Arthur Balfour gaining a promotion through the supposed intercession of his uncle, Robert Cecil, is doubted because the expression did not appear in print until 1924.

How to pronounce "Bob's 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.

Example Sentences

1
Follow these instructions and Bob's your uncle, you'll have a delicious cake.
2
Just add hot water, let it steep for a few minutes, and Bob's your uncle, you've got a cup of tea.
3
Connect the device to your computer and install the software, and Bob's your uncle, you're ready to start using it.
4
All you have to do is press this button, and Bob's your uncle, the machine will do the rest.
5
Put your ingredients in the blender, give it a whirl, and Bob's your uncle, you've made a tasty smoothie.

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