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Julia Huong
2021-11-11 12:11
A head-scratcher informal countable noun
Used to describe something that is difficult to understand.
The plane disappeared, which was a really head-scratcher. Nobody could explain it.
I think we need to have more time to find a solution. It's a head-scratcher.
To punish someone or something harshly
Once something has been done, you can do nothing but face the consequences.
White lie
Act in a way that is likely to cause problems for you
Barten Holyday (1593–1661), a Church of England clergyman and poet, was the first to use the term in the early 17th century.
Do you see anything wrong?
people often do irrational or foolish things when they are in love.
I and my boyfriend have decided to get married in the summer. I don't think that's wise, since we won't have enough money saved by then to set up house. But then, one cannot love and be wise.
