
In spades
Idiomatic Usage
Understand it's an informal idiomatic expression best used in casual conversation or writing.
His enthusiasm for the project was in spades.
Connotative Strength
It implies a strong presence or high level of a quality, significantly more than usual.
The way she handled the crisis showed her leadership skills were in spades.
Emotional Emphasis
Often conveys the speaker's admiration or emphasis on the intensity of a trait or characteristic.
He has creativity in spades, always coming up with new ideas.
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