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move the needle

To change a situation to a noticeable degree.

Etymology:

  • From the indicator needle of a measuring instrument such as the speedometer
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Think Red Hots are a taste challenge? Or the Atomic Fireball is the ultimate tongue torture? They barely move the needle for confectionery connoisseurs.

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Submitted on July 10, 2018

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μετακινήστε τη βελόνα

mueve la aguja

siirrä neula

déplacer l'aiguille

muovi l'ago

acus transire

flytta nålen

移动针头

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