American Idioms and Expressions

Need (something) Like (one Needs) A Hole In The Head Idiom

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need (something) like (one needs) a hole in the head
What does need (something) like (one needs) a hole in the head mean?
to not need something at allMy friend needs a new computer like he needs a hole in the head.

Some Random Idioms
not able to see the forest for the trees
What does "not able to see the forest for the trees" mean?
to allow the details of a situation to obscure the situation as a wholeThe man is not able to see the forest for the trees and always allows his obsession with small details to obscure the larger picture of what he is trying to do.
wipe off
What does "wipe off" mean?
remove something by wiping or rubbingWe always wipe off the table before we have dinner.
reffo
What does "reffo" mean?
refugee
I hereby give notice of my intention
What does "I hereby give notice of my intention" mean?
Hereby is used sometimes in formal, official declarations and statements to give greater force to the speaker' or the writer's affirmation. People will say it sometimes to emphasise their sincerity and correctness.
long arm of the law
What does "long arm of the law" mean?
the police and laws that are so powerful that no matter where you are you will be found and punished The long arm of the law finally was able to capture the criminal.

ass
What does "ass" mean?
a worthless, descpicable person. You're such an ass; I never want to see you again.
E
What does "E" mean?
Ecstasy (methylenedioxymethamphetamine; MDMA)
mosh
What does "mosh" mean?
style of dance involving significant physical action

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