Head Idioms

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bang head against wall

Meaning: to be frustrated in your efforts to change something or make something happen

Example: Trying to keep this place clean and tidy is like hitting my head against a brick wall. Read more ➺


lose one’s head

Meaning: To lose self-control; panic or act irrationally.

Example: During the fire drill, some students lost their heads and rushed toward the wrong exit. (panic / irrational) Read more ➺


let your heart rule your head

Meaning: Allow emotions or feelings to influence decisions more than logic or reason.

Example: She let her heart rule her head and forgave him even after multiple betrayals. Read more ➺


head over heels

Meaning: fall deeply and completely in love, especially suddenly

Example: Tom and Mary are head over heels in love with each other and are going to get married next month. Read more ➺


hit the nail on the head

Meaning: Describe something with total accuracy.

Example: Your analysis really hit the nail on the head. Read more ➺


come to a head

Meaning: to reach a point in a situation where action needs to be taken

Example: The negative political climate in America seems to have come to a head. Read more ➺


head in the clouds

Meaning: daydreaming or absentminded

Example: He roams around all night with his head in the clouds. Read more ➺


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