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Today's Expressions

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to be hung up on something

to be overly concerned or obsessed with something (often a past event, person, or problem) · to be unable to move past something emotionally

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Have you ever found yourself constantly thinking about an ex, or a mistake you made weeks ago? This expression perfectly captures that feeling when you just can't let something go! 🤔 It's like your brain has a sticky note stuck on one particular thing.

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to have a bee in one's bonnet

to be preoccupied or obsessed with something · to be bothered or agitated by something

What's the situation?

Ever met someone who just can't stop talking about one particular thing, or keeps worrying about a small detail? 🐝 That's exactly when 'to have a bee in one's bonnet' comes in handy! It means they're really fixated or bothered by something, often to an extent that others might find a bit much. It's like a persistent thought buzzing around their head! 🤯

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to have a bee in your bonnet

to be obsessed with something · to be preoccupied and agitated about something

What's the situation?

Have you ever had that one thing that just keeps buzzing around in your head? 🐝 This idiom is perfect for when someone is really focused on, often agitated by, or constantly talking about a particular issue or idea. It implies a persistent preoccupation that might even annoy others if not checked!