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Old 12-May-2006, 16:52
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Is there such a phrase, does it have a meaning?

-may it be easy for (somebody)
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Hello Tas

Yes, but it's a very uncommon form. It's used to express a wish:

1. May it be easy for you to pass your exam!
2. May it be as easy for you to pass your exam as it was for me!
3. May it be much easier for you to pass your exam than it was for me!

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Thank u very much indeed
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