Meaning of the word "be on the tip of your tongue" in English
What does "be on the tip of your tongue" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be on the tip of your tongue
US /bi ɑn ðə tɪp əv jʊər tʌŋ/
UK /bi ɑn ðə tɪp əv jʊər tʌŋ/
Idiom
1.
almost able to remember something, but not quite
Example:
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Her name is on the tip of my tongue, but I just can't recall it.
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I know that actor's name, it's on the tip of my tongue!
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