plain sailing

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But it has not all been plain sailing for Hodgkinson since she won the Olympic 800m title at Paris 2024.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Not all of Alcaraz's career has been plain sailing.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

It has not all been plain sailing, of course, since Howe's appointment or the takeover a few weeks prior.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2025

Making the switch from YouTube isn't always plain sailing, though, as shown by Mr Beast's 2024 Amazon Prime show Beast Games.

From BBC • Aug. 21, 2025

“It seems to me to be plain sailing; but no doubt a nearer view would open up reefs and difficulties.”

From The Golden Rock by Glanville, Ernest