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Avere un chiodo fisso

Literally meaning 'to have a fixed nail,' this describes having an obsession or a single thought that dominates your mind. Italians use it when someone can''t stop talking about a specific topic or goal.

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Examples in context

Lui ha il chiodo fisso delle macchine.

He is obsessed with cars.

Viaggiare è diventato il mio chiodo fisso.

Traveling has become my obsession.

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