Meaning of 'On the tip of your tongue'
What does the saying 'On the tip of your tongue' mean?
Idiom: On the tip of your tongue
Meaning:
If a word is on the tip of your tongue, you know you know the word, but you just can't quite remember it at the moment.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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