Meaning of 'Hear a pin drop'
What does the saying 'Hear a pin drop' mean?
Idiom: Hear a pin drop
Meaning:
If there is complete silence in a room, you can hear a pin drop.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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