Close enough for government work

Meaning

Something that is acceptable for the purpose intended even if it is not perfect. It often implies a job was done with minimum effort.

Cynical, wry

Used in a sentence

• The fence is a little crooked, but it is close enough for government work.
• I didn't iron the back of the shirt, but it is close enough for government work.
• We don't need the math to be perfect, just close enough for government work.