To be particularly bad, objectionable, or egregious.
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I've seen bad grammar, but this takes the cake.
Submitted on September 01, 2009
Additional definitions for 'take the cake':
| take the cake | To be especially good or outstanding. |
| Take the Cake | Deserving the best prize or highest award |
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