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the barrier fumble
noun phrase
/thuh-ba-ree-er-fum-bul/
Definition
A high-pressure, multi-pocket search performed under the judgmental gaze of an entire rush-hour queue.
In use
“I did the classic barrier fumble at Victoria and held up about fifteen people.”
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Language
- Language form
- noun phrase
- Pronunciation
- /thuh-ba-ree-er-fum-bul/
Classification
- Life domain
- Everyday life
History
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