A complete or spectacular success that secures every major part of an objective.
Reach for it when celebrating a sweeping result where multiple wins genuinely combine
The neighborhood project scored a grand slam by adding shade, seating, access, and play space.
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playful
Fits when large popular or commercial success is central
Careful Blockbuster does not require success across every target.
playful
clean sweep
Fits when every contest or category is won
Careful Clean sweep is about total coverage and may lack one spectacular decisive act.
playful
Fits when American sports metaphor suits one highly successful move
Careful Home run is one hit and lacks grand slam's multiplied result.
everyday
sweep
Fits when one side wins every event or category
Careful Sweep can sound routine and is less emphatic than grand slam.
warm
Fits when a major success deserves dignified celebration
Careful Triumph can result from one achievement rather than several combined wins.
professional
runaway success
Fits when performance clearly exceeds expectations
Careful Runaway success may dominate one measure while missing others.
literary
tour de force
Fits when masterful skill creates an impressive work or performance
Careful Tour de force praises execution, not necessarily a complete set of wins.
career grand slam
The athlete completed a career grand slam across four different seasons.
grand slam success
The launch was a grand slam success on access, cost, speed, and reliability.
achieve a grand slam
The coalition could achieve a grand slam only by winning every district.
Keep in mind
Grand slam has precise meanings in baseball, card games, tennis, golf, and other sports. Verify the domain before using it literally.
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