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idiomsome/a bright spark BrEBrE1 used about someone who thinks of a new idea that is very useful or successful, especially when you do not know their name:The Californian raisin industry was born when one bright spark decided to try to sell grapes, which had dried up in the summer heat, as a Peruvian delicacy.I'd like to thank our engineer who invented the 'chair-lift' for us, and the bright spark who inspired him with the idea.2 used about someone who you think has done or said something stupid or annoying, though they think it was funny or a good idea:During "National Smile Week" I tried smiling at strangers in the street, most people thought I was a pervert, and some bright spark actually called the police.Just after becoming Home Secretary I was reminded by some bright spark over dinner that Home Secretaries rarely become Prime Ministers.
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