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What does 'At the drop of a hat' mean?
To do something suddenly, without any hesitation or delay
What is the origion of 'At the drop of a hat'?
This phrase likely originates from the 19th century, indicating a quick start to an activity at a simple signal, such as the dropping of a hat.
Emoji meanings
- represents 'drop' represents 'a hat'
completing the phrase literally as the action of dropping a hat
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