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nod's as good as a wink

nod's as good as a wink

An acknowledgement of the true but hidden meaning of an expression or statement. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. Even though you said otherwise, I know you really have no interest in going out tonight—a nod's as good as a wink.
See also: good, wink

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Alcaeusal-SEE-əs (English)Ancient Greek (Latinized)
MollyMAHL-eeEnglish
JanuszYAH-nuwshPolish
BetelgeuseBEE-təl-joos (English)Astronomy
HunterHUN-tərEnglish
Caelestis-Late Roman
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