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UK//stɪk ən ˈæroʊ ɪn hɪz ɡɒb//US//stɪk ən ˈɛəroʊ ɪn hɪz ɡɑb//

Meaning of Stick an arrow in his gob

To humorously imply shutting someone up by aiming an arrow at their mouth.

In simple words: To put an arrow in his mouth.

Stick an arrow in his gob in a sentence

  • If you're so loud, I might just stick an arrow in his gob to silence him!
  • He talks too much; I want to stick an arrow in his gob during class.
  • My friend always jokes about sticking an arrow in his gob when he can't take the chatter anymore.
  • I can't concentrate with all this noise; I'm starting to think I should stick an arrow in his gob!

How to use Stick an arrow in his gob

This phrase is slang and should be used in very casual contexts. It's often used humorously or sarcastically.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone dramatically aiming an arrow toward a talking mouth.

Related words

Collocations with Stick an arrow in his gob

  • stick it to him
  • shut his gob
  • aim for the mouth

Synonyms for Stick an arrow in his gob

Common mistakes with Stick an arrow in his gob

  • Confused with 'stick an arrow in her heart' - different meaning and connotation.
  • Misunderstanding 'gob' as a formal term, it's actually slang for mouth.
  • Using the phrase in serious conversations where it feels out of place.

Compare Stick an arrow in his gob with Shut up, Silence

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What does Stick an arrow in his gob mean?

To put an arrow in his mouth.

What is the definition of Stick an arrow in his gob?

To humorously imply shutting someone up by aiming an arrow at their mouth.

How do you use Stick an arrow in his gob in a sentence?

If you're so loud, I might just stick an arrow in his gob to silence him!

Can you give another example of Stick an arrow in his gob?

He talks too much; I want to stick an arrow in his gob during class.

What are synonyms for Stick an arrow in his gob?

Common alternatives include shut up, silence, gag, muffle.

What words go with Stick an arrow in his gob?

It commonly pairs with stick it to him, shut his gob, aim for the mouth.

What are common mistakes when using Stick an arrow in his gob?

Confused with 'stick an arrow in her heart' - different meaning and connotation. Misunderstanding 'gob' as a formal term, it's actually slang for mouth. Using the phrase in serious conversations where it feels out of place.

How do you pronounce Stick an arrow in his gob?

US: //stɪk ən ˈɛəroʊ ɪn hɪz ɡɑb//, UK: //stɪk ən ˈæroʊ ɪn hɪz ɡɒb//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Stick an arrow in his gob formal or informal?

"Stick an arrow in his gob" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Stick an arrow in his gob?

This phrase is slang and should be used in very casual contexts. It's often used humorously or sarcastically.