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Ireland slang
Well done or good job; an expression of approval.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Region
Ireland
Formality
Informal.
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Fair play means Well done or good job; an expression of approval. It is best read as ireland slang associated with Ireland.
"Fair play" means Well done or good job; an expression of approval. In Ireland, the nuance may be more specific.
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Extremely good, delicious, or impressive — most often used about food
An expression of agreement or approval.
Thats right; correct; cool (used for approval).
Excellent; very good.
Someone or something that is excellent, high-quality, or impressive
Excellent, amazing, or very good.
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