Answers on a Postcard In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Answers on a Postcard", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2021-10-21 02:10

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Answer on a postcard phrase

A straight and short answer, or an unnecessary one because it is clear to everyone.

Don't just give me answers on a postcard! I expect some more explanation and justification.

I always avoid giving answers on a postcard because I don't want to answer a lot more questions.

I expected a detailed answer but what I received was just an answer on a postcard.

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

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