Meaning of the word "pluck something out of the air" in English
What does "pluck something out of the air" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pluck something out of the air
US /plʌk ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt əv ðɪ ɛr/
UK /plʌk ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt əv ðɪ ɛr/
Idiom
1.
to say something that is not based on any facts or evidence
Example:
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He just plucked that number out of the air; it's not based on any real data.
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When asked for a solution, she just plucked an idea out of the air.
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