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To hit the nail on the head means to articulate a statement, idea or solution perfectly. For example, if a student outlines a case clearly and concisely after a cold call, the professor might say, “Hiro hit the nail on the head with that set up. Now, who can explain the decision to purchase the equipment versus leasing it?”
This expression can also be shortened and used as an action verb as in, “Hiro, you really nailed it with that set up this morning. Good job!”
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