come through (something) with flying colors

come through (something) with flying colors

To win, achieve, or accomplish something exceptionally well or very successfully. Said especially of a test, examination, or training of some kind. Primarily heard in US. Samantha was rather nervous taking her final exam, but she came through with flying colors! Your brother has come through his apprenticeship with flying colors. He'll be a master builder in no time!
See also: color, come, flying, through
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • pass with flying colors
  • pass with flying colours
  • with flying colors, pass with
  • come through
  • coming through
  • a whale of a
  • rivet counter
  • tech-nerd
  • Mary Sue
  • caviar to the general