جستجو
like a hole in the head
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used to say that something is not wanted or needed at all
Humorous
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?
The expression "like a hole in the head" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. This phrase is used to express a strong sense of not wanting or needing something, often with a humorous or sarcastic tone. It is often employed when one wants to make it clear that a particular thing or situation is superfluous or would only bring trouble or inconvenience.
مثال
Keeping another pet is like a hole in the head for me, I already have many.
He needs that like a hole in the head!
I have commitments galore, I need that like a hole in the head.
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