Meaning of would lose one's head if it weren't attached | Babel Free

Definitions

Forma verbal. Verb. [C2]

Examples

““I’m afraid I’ve forgotten my umbrella. Left it on the train.” […] “That man would lose his head if it weren’t attached,” Doris laughed.”

“This mother came in to complain that her boy had lost three hats—one at his riding club, one on the bus on the way home [it is a public service bus and not a school bus], and one on the school play field. […] As we walked out of the office, the principal murmured to me: “That boy would lose his head if it weren’t attached.[…]””

“She was a terrible stu­dent, impulsive, hyperac­tive, completely absent-minded and a troublemaker. Her parents humiliated her, calling her a bull in a china shop, saying she would lose her head if it weren’t attached.”

“When the fun-loving, disorganized Sanguine can't be bothered by the details of keeping up with appointments or getting the children where they need to be on time, the more responsible parent, usually a Melancholy, has to be the family manager, sighing with martyrdom while doing it, “Your mother would lose her head if it weren’t attached” or “Your father never knows which end is up!””

““Mo-ther! Did you pack my white jeans?” Ellen yelled from upstairs. / “No, dear,” Mom answered. As usual she rushed off to help Ellen find them. Ellen would lose her head if it weren’t attached. Half of my life has been spent finding things Ellen has misplaced.”

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“This guy would lose his head if it weren't attached! He's always looking for things.”

“For years, someone she once loved and respected has been telling her she is stupid and useless and would lose her head if it weren’t attached. She lacks confidence.”

““Please stop worrying about me. Your guests will arrive soon, and you’re not dressed for the evening.” / “Gracious, you’re right. Harvey says I would lose my head if it weren’t attached. I’d best dash.””

“I was just using it. Where has it gone? […] “In all my excitement, I forgot that I had prepared for this possibility by bringing the text into the room with me. I would lose my head if it weren’t attached.””

“Yes, that was him. He doesn’t travel much, and I am sure he would lose his head if it weren’t attached.”

“I had to confess to my Love God that I lost the ring, and he would certainly remind me that I would lose my head if it weren’t attached.”

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