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What does "You Hit the Nail on the Head" mean?

Hello! Can you please explain and give an example how to use this phrase “You hit the nail on the head” .

Aysi_Yilmaz

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What does "A penny for your thoughts" mean?

I came across this funny phrase "a penny for your thoughts" while reading a book. What does it mean?

Magdalena_Wiśniewska

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How to use "e.g." in a sentence?

Usually, when I'm writing down examples, I use "ex", but my kid told me that at school they use "e.g.". Can you please explain how to use "e.g." in a sentence?

Lena_Wagner

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What does "In a Nutshell" mean?

I was reading my little girl a story. And I stumbled upon this funny phrase "in a nutshell." what does it mean?

Jose_García

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What does "Jump to Conclusion" mean?

Dear Miss, While reading a book with my kids, we encountered the phrase (Jump to conclusions) in a story about solving mysteries. can you explain it please. Thank you!

Farida_Dakal

1 week ago

What is the singular form of "Alumni"?

Hey) I was updating my college newsletter and realized I wasn't sure about the singular form of "alumni." Since I know you're the expert in these matters, I thought I'd ask you for help.

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How to pronounce "quokka"?

Dear tutor in a documentary about Australian wildlife, I saw the cutest animal ever and wanted to share it with my kids, but I didn't know how to pronounce its name, "quokka." Can you help me with that?

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