makes short work of
Handles with ease
Makes short work of means to finish or dispose of something quickly and decisively.
The phrase implies efficiency, often with a sense of ease or even ruthlessness: The team made short work of their opponents, winning 6-0.
It applies equally to tasks, obstacles, food, or adversaries: She made short work of the paperwork, The kids made short work of the pizza.
- adeptHighly capable, well-versed
- conquerOvercome by force
- swiftMoving with speed
- completeLacking nothing, fully done
- rapidMoving with haste
vanquish · proficient · expeditious · polish off · knocks out · dispatch · accomplish · outmaneuver · overpower · defeat · wipes the floor with · finish · wraps up · demolish · skilled · brisk · breeze through · prompt