round the block

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Examples (10)

  • People were queueing round the block to get in.
  • I had to drive round the block three times to find a parking spot.
  • For a bit of light exercise, I sometimes just walk round the block.
  • Don't try to fool him; he's been round the block a few times and knows all the tricks.
  • The new coffee shop is just round the block from my house.
  • The festival parade will go round the block before finishing in the main square.
  • He's finally old enough to ride his bike round the block by himself.
  • The queue for the new gaming console stretched twice round the block.
  • Let's take the dog for a quick walk round the block before it gets dark.
  • She's a tough negotiator; believe me, she has been round the block more than once.