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use one's noggin

idiom
Meaning

To think, especially in a careful or clever manner.


Examples
SIMPLE

You need to use your noggin to solve this puzzle.

CONTEXTUAL

If you just use your noggin for a moment, you will realize there is a much easier way to fix the sink.

COMPLEX

The detective knew that if he wanted to outsmart the thief, he would have to use his noggin and anticipate the criminal's next move.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    abound in one's own sense

    To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.

  2. 02

    ace up one's sleeve

    A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.

  3. 03

    act one's age

    To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.

  4. 04

    act one's age, not one's shoe size

    Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).

  5. 05

    afraid of one's own shadow

    Exceptionally timid.

  6. 06

    air one's dirty laundry in public

    To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.

  7. 07

    air one's dirty linen in public

    Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.

  8. 08

    albatross around one's neck

    A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

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