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Hit Nail Head Means Describe Situation Precisely Give

Metaphor Hit the nail on the head
Question Meaning What do you mean?
Meaning

To hit the nail on the head means to describe a situation precisely or to give exactly the right answer or explanation. “To put your finger on it” has a similar meaning.

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Example

“I think the main problem in this area is the lack of a good bus service.”

“You’re right. You’ve hit the nail on the head.”

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