There are many expressions commonly used in English to express similarity.
There is no magic rule to help you remember them. You just have to learn them. Sorry!
Take a look at the examples below.
To go/run like clockwork.
If something goes/runs like clockwork it proceeds or progresses smoothly, as predicted or planned and without problems.
E.g. Because the conference had been so well planned it went like clockwork. Everything went well and we go lots of good feedback.
Like a duck to water.
This is used to describe a situation where a person is able to do something new very easily or without problems. They adapt quickly as if it was innate. (It often implies a sense of fun or enjoyment.)
E.g. I wasn’t sure if she would like learning to dance but she’s taken to it like a duck to water. She practises every day and she’s doing really well.
Have fun learning English!
Louise