7 Questions
True or false: 'by the handful' means in small quantities?
False
True or false: 'by the hour' can mean both at an hourly rate and once an hour?
True
By the same token means that when crime increases, house prices also increase.
False
True or false: 'by the month' means at a weekly rate?
False
Grabbing someone by the scruff of their neck is a gentle way to guide them.
False
True or false: 'by the nape of the neck' means by the back of the neck of a person or animal?
True
Flying by the seat of one's pants means having a clear plan and direction.
False
Test your understanding of common phrases such as 'by the handful,' 'by the hour,' and 'by the month.' This quiz will challenge your knowledge of these expressions and how they are used in various contexts.
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