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bring (something) home to (someone) What does bring (something) home to (someone) mean?	to cause someone to realize the truth of something	The dry conditions are bringing home to the farmers the importance of saving water.
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a hung jury What does "a hung jury" mean?	a jury that is divided and unable to agree on a verdict	The trial ended in a hung jury which made another trial necessary.
close in on (someone or something) What does "close in on (someone or something)" mean?	to overwhelm or surround someone or something	The soldiers quickly closed in on the enemy position.
Stiff-necked What does "Stiff-necked" mean?	A stiff-necked person is rather formal and finds it hard to relax in company.
get it through one`s head What does "get it through one`s head" mean?	to understand or believe something	The man has got it through his head that he will get a job without making any effort.

nothing if not (something) What does "nothing if not (something)" mean?	without doubt, certainly	He is nothing if not punctual. He has never been late in his seven years with this company.
hot item What does "hot item" mean?	romantically involved couple
polish off What does "polish off" mean?	finish up; complete; remove the last of (said of food or work).	He polished off the rest of the cake.
as good as one's word What does "as good as one's word" mean?	to be dependable if one promises something	My friend is as good as his word. You can always trust him.

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Bring (something) Home To (someone) Idiom