Can't (do something) for nuts In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "can't (do something) for nuts", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-08 11:09

Meaning of Can't (do something) for nuts

Synonyms:

not be able to do something for toffee , can't (do something) for toffee

Can't (do something) for nuts British Australia slang

To completely lack the skill, strength, time, knowledge, etc. to do something.

 

He must have copied from somewhere this paragraph because I know he can't write such a great one for nuts.

The history teacher can't manage our class for nuts. We often run around the class in her lesson.

That player can't score for nuts! I wish the coach substituted him for another striker in the second half of the match.

Origin of Can't (do something) for nuts

The origin of this slang is not clear.
 

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