the answer to somebody's prayers
the/an answer to (one's) prayer(s)
The perfect solution to a desperate need. Can be used literally (when one has actually prayed) or in a more figurative sense. I really believe this job was the answer to my prayer for a better life. This grant is an answer to our prayers. The center can stay open now!
See also: answer
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
the ˌanswer to somebody’s ˈprayers
a thing or a person that somebody has waited for or wanted for a long time: If you’ve been looking for a good quality fleece at a reasonable price, this one could be the answer to your prayers.See also: answer, prayer
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- the/an answer to (one's) prayer(s)
- be seeing things
- be history
- the well has run dry
- well's run dry, the
- bow the knee
- literally
- towel
- crying towel
- burned out, to be