at the stroke of a pen

Related to word: stroke

Idiom

Definition

  1. Describes something that is done quickly and easily by someone, often with a single action or decision.

    輕而易舉

    • The implementation of this new policy was not done at the stroke of a pen; it required careful planning and execution.

      這項新政策的實施並非一蹴而就;它需要仔細的規劃和執行。

    • Many company mergers are not done at the stroke of a pen, often involving complex negotiations and legal processes.

      許多公司合併並非一蹴而就,通常涉及複雜的談判和法律程序。

    • He wished he could solve the problem at the stroke of a pen, but it proved not to be that simple.

      他希望能夠一蹴而就地解決問題,但事實證明並非如此簡單。