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a bunch of fives
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a person's fist
What is the origin of the idiom "a bunch of fives" and when to use it?
The idiom "a bunch of fives" is a British slang term dating back to the early 19th century. It refers to a clenched fist, particularly one used for punching. The phrase is used to refer to the five fingers of the hand, emphasizing the closed and forceful nature of the fist.
例
The enraged boxer aimed a bunch of fives at his opponent's jaw.
The bully threatened to give the scrawny kid a bunch of fives if he didn't hand over his lunch money.
