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English Nail Idioms Explained | Hit the Nail on the Head, Nail It & More | Toolbox English Ep. 2
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In this episode of Toolbox English, you'll learn seven of the most common English idioms and expressions with the word "nail." These are everyday expressions you'll hear in conversations, movies, TV shows, business meetings, and social media.
You'll discover:
Why we say hit the nail on the head
The real meaning of nail it
Why people sarcastically say "Nailed it!"
What hard as nails means
When to use fight tooth and nail
How to nail down plans at work
Why something can be dead as a doornail
We'll also explore the fascinating origins of these…
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