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Idioms & Expressions
Hit the nail on the head
Affirming that someone's observation is correct
Literal Meaning
To strike a nail accurately with a hammer to create an indent or drive it into a surface.
Actual Meaning
To be exactly right about something
Examples in Context

Friend explains situation: 'You've hit the nail on the head.' (Translation: Exactly right)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Strong affirmation of accuracy
  • 2Shows complete agreement
  • 3Validates someone's insight
Phrase Thesaurus
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spot on
exactly right
on the mark
nail it
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