Alternative for “found something accidentally even when it was lying really close the whole time”
Let me give you an example of the situation where I would like to use this "word/phrase/idiom/expression". A friend of mine who had a laptop for 3 months now accidentally discovers that it is screen-touch enabled when his fingertip brushed against his monitor when he was pointing something to his boss. "Discovered" does seem like a good fit but it sounds pretty dull, at-least in my mind.
I have thought of two phrases: "right under his nose this whole time" and "Eureka Eureka" when I would like to tell this anecdote to someone but I am not sure if it is appropriate in this instance. Also I need alternatives to carry a humorous tone not bothering about if it is a bit exaggerated form.
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Let me give you an example of the situation where I would like to use this "word/phrase/idiom/expression". A friend of mine who had a laptop for 3 months now accidentally discovers that it is screen-touch enabled when his fingertip brushed against his monitor when he was pointing something to his boss. "Discovered" does seem like a good fit but it sounds pretty dull, at-least in my mind.
I have thought of two phrases: "right under his nose this whole time" and "Eureka Eureka" when I would like to tell this anecdote to someone but I am not sure if it is appropriate in this instance. Also I need alternatives to carry a humorous tone not bothering about if it is a bit exaggerated form.
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My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
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Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
1
@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51
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Let me give you an example of the situation where I would like to use this "word/phrase/idiom/expression". A friend of mine who had a laptop for 3 months now accidentally discovers that it is screen-touch enabled when his fingertip brushed against his monitor when he was pointing something to his boss. "Discovered" does seem like a good fit but it sounds pretty dull, at-least in my mind.
I have thought of two phrases: "right under his nose this whole time" and "Eureka Eureka" when I would like to tell this anecdote to someone but I am not sure if it is appropriate in this instance. Also I need alternatives to carry a humorous tone not bothering about if it is a bit exaggerated form.
single-word-requests phrases expressions idiom-requests
edited Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
Fattie
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asked Aug 20 '15 at 11:55
Jony AgarwalJony Agarwal
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Let me give you an example of the situation where I would like to use this "word/phrase/idiom/expression". A friend of mine who had a laptop for 3 months now accidentally discovers that it is screen-touch enabled when his fingertip brushed against his monitor when he was pointing something to his boss. "Discovered" does seem like a good fit but it sounds pretty dull, at-least in my mind.
I have thought of two phrases: "right under his nose this whole time" and "Eureka Eureka" when I would like to tell this anecdote to someone but I am not sure if it is appropriate in this instance. Also I need alternatives to carry a humorous tone not bothering about if it is a bit exaggerated form.
single-word-requests phrases expressions idiom-requests
single-word-requests phrases expressions idiom-requests
edited Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
Fattie
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asked Aug 20 '15 at 11:55
Jony AgarwalJony Agarwal
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edited Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
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My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
1
Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
1
@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51
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My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
1
Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
1
@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51
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My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
1
1
Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
1
1
@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51
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In the actual laptop situation you describe, sometimes "realised" (or "finally realised") makes more sense. You also have "finally noticed".
It's a little clearer than "discovered" which doesn't quite fit. (It's kind of the opposite of a long quest with a discovery at the end ... you know?)
As you already said, "right under his nose this whole time" of course fits perfectly (why are you even asking for another?) And as Stoney's Mother said "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you." (I also like "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you in the ass.")
Note that often the "correct answer" to SWRs is "there is, simply, NOT exactly an SWR for that" ... and/or ... "well yes you've given the best answer already."
Finally, just a note that
"facepalm"
is a (funny, I think) recently popular term that is used in situations like this.
(Interestingly I think you could almost just about start using that as a verb or similar form, for situations such as finding something that was right in front of you ... "I facepalmed my spectacles this morning - they were on my head the whole time!")
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
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The phrase 'hidden in plain sight' comes close, in terms of the method of obfuscation, but does not really communicate the accidental location. Still, it may be of some use.
hidden-in-plain-sight
Adjective (not comparable)
That [which] seems to be hidden, but actually is not hidden and is easy to be found
www.yourdictionary.com
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Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
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Here's an "oldie but goodie":
"He touched the screen and, lo and behold, he realized that it was a "touch-screen" computer."
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
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I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
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Duh
It has to be pronounced with a certain intonation (high to low and then a bit up again) and a certain facial expression.
Example: Today I figured out my laptop has a touch screen. Duh! I've only had it for three months!
(The last part is pronounced with sarcasm.)
This would be a way of poking fun at yourself. Duh means it should have been obvious.
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
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I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
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That would be a serendipitous discovery.
Definition of serendipitous in English:
adjective
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way:
'a serendipitous encounter'
Reference:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/serendipitous
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
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that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
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"stumbled upon" would best describe this situation I assume
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In the actual laptop situation you describe, sometimes "realised" (or "finally realised") makes more sense. You also have "finally noticed".
It's a little clearer than "discovered" which doesn't quite fit. (It's kind of the opposite of a long quest with a discovery at the end ... you know?)
As you already said, "right under his nose this whole time" of course fits perfectly (why are you even asking for another?) And as Stoney's Mother said "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you." (I also like "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you in the ass.")
Note that often the "correct answer" to SWRs is "there is, simply, NOT exactly an SWR for that" ... and/or ... "well yes you've given the best answer already."
Finally, just a note that
"facepalm"
is a (funny, I think) recently popular term that is used in situations like this.
(Interestingly I think you could almost just about start using that as a verb or similar form, for situations such as finding something that was right in front of you ... "I facepalmed my spectacles this morning - they were on my head the whole time!")
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
FattieFattie
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Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 16:51
add a comment |
In the actual laptop situation you describe, sometimes "realised" (or "finally realised") makes more sense. You also have "finally noticed".
It's a little clearer than "discovered" which doesn't quite fit. (It's kind of the opposite of a long quest with a discovery at the end ... you know?)
As you already said, "right under his nose this whole time" of course fits perfectly (why are you even asking for another?) And as Stoney's Mother said "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you." (I also like "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you in the ass.")
Note that often the "correct answer" to SWRs is "there is, simply, NOT exactly an SWR for that" ... and/or ... "well yes you've given the best answer already."
Finally, just a note that
"facepalm"
is a (funny, I think) recently popular term that is used in situations like this.
(Interestingly I think you could almost just about start using that as a verb or similar form, for situations such as finding something that was right in front of you ... "I facepalmed my spectacles this morning - they were on my head the whole time!")
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
FattieFattie
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Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 16:51
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In the actual laptop situation you describe, sometimes "realised" (or "finally realised") makes more sense. You also have "finally noticed".
It's a little clearer than "discovered" which doesn't quite fit. (It's kind of the opposite of a long quest with a discovery at the end ... you know?)
As you already said, "right under his nose this whole time" of course fits perfectly (why are you even asking for another?) And as Stoney's Mother said "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you." (I also like "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you in the ass.")
Note that often the "correct answer" to SWRs is "there is, simply, NOT exactly an SWR for that" ... and/or ... "well yes you've given the best answer already."
Finally, just a note that
"facepalm"
is a (funny, I think) recently popular term that is used in situations like this.
(Interestingly I think you could almost just about start using that as a verb or similar form, for situations such as finding something that was right in front of you ... "I facepalmed my spectacles this morning - they were on my head the whole time!")
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
FattieFattie
9,53822456
In the actual laptop situation you describe, sometimes "realised" (or "finally realised") makes more sense. You also have "finally noticed".
It's a little clearer than "discovered" which doesn't quite fit. (It's kind of the opposite of a long quest with a discovery at the end ... you know?)
As you already said, "right under his nose this whole time" of course fits perfectly (why are you even asking for another?) And as Stoney's Mother said "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you." (I also like "If it was a snake, it woulda bit you in the ass.")
Note that often the "correct answer" to SWRs is "there is, simply, NOT exactly an SWR for that" ... and/or ... "well yes you've given the best answer already."
Finally, just a note that
"facepalm"
is a (funny, I think) recently popular term that is used in situations like this.
(Interestingly I think you could almost just about start using that as a verb or similar form, for situations such as finding something that was right in front of you ... "I facepalmed my spectacles this morning - they were on my head the whole time!")
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:44
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Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
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Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 16:51
Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 16:51
Indeed note my marvellous and charming new question here, english.stackexchange.com/questions/268099/…
– Fattie
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The phrase 'hidden in plain sight' comes close, in terms of the method of obfuscation, but does not really communicate the accidental location. Still, it may be of some use.
hidden-in-plain-sight
Adjective (not comparable)
That [which] seems to be hidden, but actually is not hidden and is easy to be found
www.yourdictionary.com
edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Marv MillsMarv Mills
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Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
add a comment |
The phrase 'hidden in plain sight' comes close, in terms of the method of obfuscation, but does not really communicate the accidental location. Still, it may be of some use.
hidden-in-plain-sight
Adjective (not comparable)
That [which] seems to be hidden, but actually is not hidden and is easy to be found
www.yourdictionary.com
edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Marv MillsMarv Mills
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Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
add a comment |
The phrase 'hidden in plain sight' comes close, in terms of the method of obfuscation, but does not really communicate the accidental location. Still, it may be of some use.
hidden-in-plain-sight
Adjective (not comparable)
That [which] seems to be hidden, but actually is not hidden and is easy to be found
www.yourdictionary.com
edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Marv MillsMarv Mills
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The phrase 'hidden in plain sight' comes close, in terms of the method of obfuscation, but does not really communicate the accidental location. Still, it may be of some use.
hidden-in-plain-sight
Adjective (not comparable)
That [which] seems to be hidden, but actually is not hidden and is easy to be found
www.yourdictionary.com
edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Marv MillsMarv Mills
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edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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edited Mar 27 '17 at 14:33
David Cary
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
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Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
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Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
Just what Marv said.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:43
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Here's an "oldie but goodie":
"He touched the screen and, lo and behold, he realized that it was a "touch-screen" computer."
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
OldbagOldbag
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I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
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Here's an "oldie but goodie":
"He touched the screen and, lo and behold, he realized that it was a "touch-screen" computer."
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
OldbagOldbag
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I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
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Here's an "oldie but goodie":
"He touched the screen and, lo and behold, he realized that it was a "touch-screen" computer."
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
OldbagOldbag
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Here's an "oldie but goodie":
"He touched the screen and, lo and behold, he realized that it was a "touch-screen" computer."
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
OldbagOldbag
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
OldbagOldbag
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answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:50
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I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
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I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
I wish I had the freedom to accept two answers, so I could have marked yours too.
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 15:09
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Duh
It has to be pronounced with a certain intonation (high to low and then a bit up again) and a certain facial expression.
Example: Today I figured out my laptop has a touch screen. Duh! I've only had it for three months!
(The last part is pronounced with sarcasm.)
This would be a way of poking fun at yourself. Duh means it should have been obvious.
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
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I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
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Duh
It has to be pronounced with a certain intonation (high to low and then a bit up again) and a certain facial expression.
Example: Today I figured out my laptop has a touch screen. Duh! I've only had it for three months!
(The last part is pronounced with sarcasm.)
This would be a way of poking fun at yourself. Duh means it should have been obvious.
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
14.7k43369
I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
add a comment |
Duh
It has to be pronounced with a certain intonation (high to low and then a bit up again) and a certain facial expression.
Example: Today I figured out my laptop has a touch screen. Duh! I've only had it for three months!
(The last part is pronounced with sarcasm.)
This would be a way of poking fun at yourself. Duh means it should have been obvious.
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
14.7k43369
Duh
It has to be pronounced with a certain intonation (high to low and then a bit up again) and a certain facial expression.
Example: Today I figured out my laptop has a touch screen. Duh! I've only had it for three months!
(The last part is pronounced with sarcasm.)
This would be a way of poking fun at yourself. Duh means it should have been obvious.
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
14.7k43369
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
14.7k43369
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
14.7k43369
answered Aug 23 '15 at 5:04
aparente001aparente001
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I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
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I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
I just thought of another idea, something having to do with "it was staring me in the face."
– aparente001
Aug 23 '15 at 14:32
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That would be a serendipitous discovery.
Definition of serendipitous in English:
adjective
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way:
'a serendipitous encounter'
Reference:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/serendipitous
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
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that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
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That would be a serendipitous discovery.
Definition of serendipitous in English:
adjective
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way:
'a serendipitous encounter'
Reference:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/serendipitous
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
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That would be a serendipitous discovery.
Definition of serendipitous in English:
adjective
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way:
'a serendipitous encounter'
Reference:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/serendipitous
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
That would be a serendipitous discovery.
Definition of serendipitous in English:
adjective
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way:
'a serendipitous encounter'
Reference:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/serendipitous
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
answered Aug 20 '15 at 12:10
BookeaterBookeater
6,98721635
6,98721635
that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
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that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
that is a good suggestion but it doesn't capture the proximity
– Jony Agarwal
Aug 20 '15 at 12:28
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"stumbled upon" would best describe this situation I assume
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KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
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"stumbled upon" would best describe this situation I assume
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Welcome! I encourage you to take a look at "How do I write a good answer?". Generally, include at least one link as a reference for a reader to follow through and giving some explanation for how or why your suggested answer fits. Good luck!
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KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
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"stumbled upon" would best describe this situation I assume
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"stumbled upon" would best describe this situation I assume
answered 2 days ago
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answered 2 days ago
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Welcome! I encourage you to take a look at "How do I write a good answer?". Generally, include at least one link as a reference for a reader to follow through and giving some explanation for how or why your suggested answer fits. Good luck!
– TaliesinMerlin
2 days ago
KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
– Chappo
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Welcome! I encourage you to take a look at "How do I write a good answer?". Generally, include at least one link as a reference for a reader to follow through and giving some explanation for how or why your suggested answer fits. Good luck!
– TaliesinMerlin
2 days ago
KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
– Chappo
2 days ago
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Welcome! I encourage you to take a look at "How do I write a good answer?". Generally, include at least one link as a reference for a reader to follow through and giving some explanation for how or why your suggested answer fits. Good luck!
– TaliesinMerlin
2 days ago
Welcome! I encourage you to take a look at "How do I write a good answer?". Generally, include at least one link as a reference for a reader to follow through and giving some explanation for how or why your suggested answer fits. Good luck!
– TaliesinMerlin
2 days ago
KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
– Chappo
2 days ago
KasunKP, this isn't a bad start, but it's too short: the system has flagged it as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on EL&U is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. It's best if you edit your answer as @TaliesinMerlin suggests. For further guidance, take the EL&U Tour :-)
– Chappo
2 days ago
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My mother would have said "If it was a snake it woulda bit you", but that's probably a little too dialect for your purposes.
– StoneyB
Aug 20 '15 at 12:11
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Actually, it's a case of "missed something even when it was lying really close the whole time" rather than one of epiphany -- could be more like aha moment instead.
– Kris
Aug 20 '15 at 12:38
Stoney - that's exactly right, and I don't think it's too dialect. Everyone knows that one.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:40
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@JoeBlow Actually although it would be understood in British English, it is not used there. The only other time I have heard this expression is in the film 'Grease'...
– Marv Mills
Aug 20 '15 at 12:46
Hi Marv .. hmm, I wonder why our experience is different. I believe it's pretty common in, for example, Australia. I may be wrong though. Good one, thanks.
– Fattie
Aug 20 '15 at 12:51