on the nail
Example Sentences
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It’s well-known that when the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail; the relationship eventually takes its toll on the nail, too.
From Slate • Dec. 19, 2024
Ohtani had a small crack on the nail of his middle finger heading into his start against the Chicago White Sox on June 27.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2023
But it felt a little too hammer on the nail.
From New York Times • Sep. 16, 2022
“He covers so much space on the nail stunting for guys, getting hands contested, getting those long 50-50 balls,” Wizards forward Jared Dudley said of Porter.
From Washington Post • Nov. 16, 2015
Lennie growled back to his seat on the nail keg.
From "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck
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