live one
The idiom 'live one' often describes a person who stands out in various ways, either due to gullibility, eccentricity, or noteworthy characteristics.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)Someone who is easily deceived or taken advantage of.
Example
- He thought he found a live one when she agreed to buy the overpriced product without any questions.
B2Social
(informal, idiomatic)A person who is eccentric or unconventional.
Example
- That new guy at the office is a real live one; he wears the most outrageous outfits.
B2Situational
(informal, idiomatic)A person or situation that is particularly interesting or urgent.
Example
- We've got a live one on the phone; he claims he saw the whole incident.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "live one":
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