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Flynn


Flynn

F0215600 (flĭn), Errol 1909-1959. Australian-born American actor known for his swashbuckling roles in films such as Captain Blood (1935).

Flynn

(flɪn) n1. (Biography) Errol. 1909–59, Australian-born Hollywood actor, who was noted for his swashbuckling roles; his films included Captain Blood (1935), The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), and Too Much Too Soon (1958)2. (Biography) Rev. John. 1880–1951, founder of the Australian flying doctor service

Flynn


be in like Flynn

To be in a position to gain success or acceptance. The phrase refers to 20th-century actor Errol Flynn. Oh, you're in like Flynn now if the popular girls like you!See also: Flynn, like

in like Flynn

Having gained success or acceptance. The phrase refers to 20th-century actor Errol Flynn. Oh, you're in like Flynn now if the popular girls like you!See also: Flynn, like

in like Flynn

AUSTRALIAN, INFORMALIf you are in like Flynn, you do something quickly and with great enthusiasm. `If I thought I could win the leadership election, I would be in like Flynn,' Mr Rudd said.See also: Flynn, like

be in like Flynn

seize an opportunity; be successful. Australian The Flynn referred to in this expression is Errol Flynn, the Australian-born actor, who had a reputation as a notable playboy. 1987 Kathy Lette Girls' Night Out Russell brightened. ‘Really?’ I'm in, he thought to himself. I'm in like Flynn. ‘You really see it that way?’ He slid his arms around her. See also: Flynn, like

in like Flynn

1. mod. successful, in a variety of contexts, sex being the major one. (The in can be construed to be the in of in coitu. Not to be confused with the James Coburn movie, In Like Flint. This Flynn is associated with Errol Flynn, the late film actor, but appears to have occurred earlier.) A few nice words, a bit of bubble, and you’re in like Flynn. 2. mod. an elaboration of in, in any of its senses. You got the role! You’re in! You’re in like Flynn! See also: Flynn, like

in like Flynn

To be very successful. Most authorities believe the expression refers to the Australian actor Errol Flynn’s sexual prowess. Although slightly earlier examples of the usage have been found, after 1945 it clearly referred to Errol Flynn. Today it is primarily used figuratively, as in the AM Law Daily’s headline, “In Like Flynn: FCC Hires ICO Global GC to Oversee Comcast-NBC Merger Review” (May 20, 2010).See also: Flynn, like

Flynn


Flynn

1. Errol. 1909--59, Australian-born Hollywood actor, who was noted for his swashbuckling roles; his films included Captain Blood (1935), The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), and Too Much Too Soon (1958) 2. Rev. John. 1880--1951, founder of the Australian flying doctor service

Flynn


Flynn

(flin), P., 20th-century U.S. physician. See: Flynn-Aird syndrome, Flynn phenomenon.
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