Hledat
to pluck something out of the air
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to quickly say something without thinking about it first, usually as a reply to something
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "pluck something out of the air" and when to use it?
The idiom "pluck something out of the air" has its origins in the world of magic and illusion. It is used to describe the act of coming up with something seemingly out of nowhere, often without a logical basis or prior thought. This expression is usually used in situations where someone offers an answer, explanation, or solution that appears to be spontaneous and lacks any apparent basis or evidence.
Example
And no matter how many lame delusional scenarios some fans pluck out of the air , they wo n't change this fact.
it's hard to believe she's plucking these jokes from the air.
