Cool MateUnder my very nose
Meaning of Under my very nose
Something done or found in plain sight, unnoticed.
In simple words: Right in front of me, and I didn't notice.
Under my very nose in a sentence
- He stole my sandwich right under my very nose!
- I can't believe the answer was under my very nose all along.
- The cat sneaked out of the house under my very nose.
How to use Under my very nose
Used in everyday conversation to express surprise that something happened without being noticed. It's informal, so it might not be suited for formal writing or speech.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of a detective who missed clues 'under his nose' while searching.
Related words
Collocations with Under my very nose
- right under my very nose
- happen under my very nose
- see it under my very nose
Synonyms for Under my very nose
- right in front of me
- in plain sight
- obvious
Common mistakes with Under my very nose
- Using it in overly formal contexts.
- Confusing with 'right under my nose' which has a similar meaning.
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Frequently asked questions about Under my very nose
What does Under my very nose mean?
Right in front of me, and I didn't notice.
What is the definition of Under my very nose?
Something done or found in plain sight, unnoticed.
How do you use Under my very nose in a sentence?
He stole my sandwich right under my very nose!
Can you give another example of Under my very nose?
I can't believe the answer was under my very nose all along.
What are synonyms for Under my very nose?
Common alternatives include right in front of me, in plain sight, obvious.
What words go with Under my very nose?
It commonly pairs with right under my very nose, happen under my very nose, see it under my very nose.
What are common mistakes when using Under my very nose?
Using it in overly formal contexts. Confusing with 'right under my nose' which has a similar meaning.
How do you pronounce Under my very nose?
US: //ˈʌndər maɪ ˈvɛri noʊz//, UK: //ˈʌndə maɪ ˈvɛri nəʊz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Under my very nose formal or informal?
"Under my very nose" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Under my very nose?
Used in everyday conversation to express surprise that something happened without being noticed. It's informal, so it might not be suited for formal writing or speech.