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Cakewalk Common

Cakewalk has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Verb

Definitions
Noun
1

a strutting dance based on a march; was performed in minstrel shows; originated as a competition among Black dancers to win a cake

2

an easy accomplishment

"winning the tournament was a cakewalk for him"

"invading Iraq won't be a cakewalk"

3

A contest in which cake was offered for the best dancers.