état de grâce

l'état de grâce
A noun phrase is a group of words that acts like a noun in a sentence or phrase (e.g., un je ne sais quoi).
noun phrase
a. state of grace
Notre curé dit qu'il est important de se confesser pour atteindre l'état de grâce.Our parish priest says it is important to go to confession in order to achieve a state of grace.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(time without negative criticism)
a. honeymoon period
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Après l'élection, le président a bénéficié d'un court état de grâce.After the election, the president enjoyed a short honeymoon period.
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