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What does “the heebie-jeebies” mean?
What does “the heebie-jeebies” mean?
Is it a common expression? And if it’s possible, give me some examples with it, pls
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It wouldn't be a very common expression, at least where I am from. It typically means "creepy". For example "that doll gives me the heebie-jeebies." This means that doll is very creepy looking. It is quite common around things that would be considered eerie or scary/creepy. Hope that helps :)
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- English (US)
It wouldn't be a very common expression, at least where I am from. It typically means "creepy". For example "that doll gives me the heebie-jeebies." This means that doll is very creepy looking. It is quite common around things that would be considered eerie or scary/creepy. Hope that helps :)
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