In smooth water(s) phrase
On or in a calm or undisturbed waterbody
It's wonderful to row a boat in smooth waters.
On Spring days, I like to boat with friends in the smooth waters of the river.
Facing no or very few obstacles or difficulties
Our company seems to be in smooth waters these years.
We all expect to be in smooth waters in our entire life, but difficulties are part of life's rich tapestry.
Come out of a difficult situation without a stain on one's character
To quickly do an unpleasant or difficult task in order to avoid a prolonged painful episode
Used to say that life includes not only happiness but also toughness too.
Something is so complicated to the point it overshadows something else which is often considered to be difficult.
To force someone to experience something difficult or unpleasant
To be very wet
Because of forgetting bringing an umbrella, I look like a drowned rat when it rains.