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common

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course

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fact

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first

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purpose

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terrible

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at all

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at last

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at fault

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at once

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at stake

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for the time being

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for good

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for one thing

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in control

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in the wrong {~noun}

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in any case

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on the one hand

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The idiom "on second thoughts" originated in the English language, but its specific origin is difficult to trace. It is a common expression used to convey the idea of reconsidering or revising one's initial thoughts or opinions. The phrase likely emerged from the natural tendency of individuals to reflect and reevaluate their perspectives after having some time to think or gather additional information. It is commonly used when someone reevaluates their initial thoughts, judgments, or decisions after further reflection or consideration.

What is the origin of the idiom "on second thoughts" and when to use it?

on second thoughts

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on the whole

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by mistake

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by accident

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for now

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if in doubt

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under arrest

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under control

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under the impression

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under pressure

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of interest

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in the end

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time

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in time

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2E in the Solutions Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "purpose", "at stake", "under pressure", etc.

Solutions Upper-Intermediate "Юніт 2 - 2E" Лексика