Meaning of 'Stop on a dime'
What does the saying 'Stop on a dime' mean?
Idiom: Stop on a dime
Meaning:
If something like a vehicle stops on a dime, it stops very quickly and accurately.
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Subject Area: Money |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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