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  1. Flybot
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    #1 24-Jul-2009, 18:13

    Drop a Dime

    The idiom "Drop a dime" is defined incorrectly in the (very useful) dictionary. To drop a dime - to inform the police about someone's illegal activities.
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    #2 25-Jul-2009, 15:12

    Re: Drop a Dime

    Thank you for that.
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    #3 27-Jul-2009, 00:42

    Re: Drop a Dime

    Thank you
  4. Flybot
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    #4 29-Jul-2009, 03:15

    Re: Drop a Dime

    Glad to help, the site is great, thank you guys!
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