like gangbusters
Extremely well, vigorously
Like gangbusters means with great energy, speed, or success.
The phrase comes from the 1930s radio drama *Gang Busters*, known for its loud, action-packed opening.
Something that sells like gangbusters or takes off like gangbusters is thriving dramatically.
To come on like gangbusters is to approach with aggressive enthusiasm.
- burstingBreaking from internal pressure
- guns blazingAttacking with total aggression
- triumphantJoyfully victorious
- vigorousHaving great physical energy
- on fireActively burning now
sensational · explosive · full steam ahead · pedal to the metal · prosperous · taking off · dynamic · flourishing · thriving · booming · impactful · victorious · striking · hitting hard · unstoppable · energetic · going strong · roaring
like gangbustersslowly
At reduced speed
at a snail's pace · gradually · sluggishly · tentatively · leisurely
like gangbusterspoorly
In an inferior way
dismally · unsuccessfully · weakly · feebly · flat
like gangbusterstimidly
In fearful, hesitant fashion
halfheartedly · tentatively · meekly · passively · listlessly
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