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Ask for help > CAN ANYONE HELP ME WITH THIS????
CAN ANYONE HELP ME WITH THIS????
dublinschool
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CAN ANYONE HELP ME WITH THIS????
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Hi!! I have a problem trying to figure out this expression:
....if you are part of a small family, you�re the number one banana. What does it refer to? I have tried to look it up but can�t find anything. Any idea??? thanks a lot!!! hugs from spain, jenny
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25 Nov 2008
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Zora
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lol... I haven�t heard that expression in years. It basically means you are the best.
I am guessing here that it comes from the fact that bananas are so good for you. Although, I honestly can�t say where it comes from.
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25 Nov 2008
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Greek Professor
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Hi,
The sentence might imply that the person is silly or crazy.
I hope it is of some help...
oh!!! it might also mean the most important person... |
25 Nov 2008
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wolfy
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I have never heard that expression only a dirivitive: "top banana" �in which case it would be as Zora says |
25 Nov 2008
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