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In the Loop

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Idiom AT THE DROP OF A HAT
Definition on any pretext; without needing an excuse or reason
Examples
  1. Those workmen look for any reason to stop working. They’ll put down their tools at the drop of a hat.
  2. Nancy really doesn’t want to stay in her present job. She’ll leave for another one at the drop of a hat.
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