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trap

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MIND LIKE A STEEL TRAP,

SAND TRAP,

SPEED TRAP.

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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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mind like a steel trap

[mind like a steel trap] {n. phr.} A very quick and understanding mind, which is quick to catch an idea. * /Henry is not fond of sports, but he has […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

speed trap

[speed trap] {n.} A place where police hide and wait to catch drivers who are going even a little faster than the speed limit. * /Mr. Jones was caught in […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

sand trap

[sand trap] {n.} A low place on a golf course that is filled with sand to stop the ball. * /The golfer lost four strokes trying to get the ball […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

bear trap

[bear trap] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon} A police radar unit designed to catch speeders. * /Watch the bear trap at exit 101./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

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