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beats me
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used when one is completely unable to guess or understand something
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "beats me" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "beats me" is somewhat unclear, but it likely emerged from the idea of being unable to understand or figure something out. It is an informal expression that is used when someone does not know the answer to a question or is unable to explain something.
Exempel
Sorry, it beats me.
Beats me.
Beats me why he wants such a big car.
What beats me is why she stays with him.
It beats me how she got the job.
