Why is it 'eyes in the back of my head', not 'eyes on/at the back of my head'?
Annie Camden: [to Ruthie] Spit it out.
Ruthie Camden: How did you know?
Annie Camden: I have eyes in the back of my head.
Ruthie Camden: If that were really true, I'd bring you in to Show 'N' Tell.
– 7th Heaven [1996]
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What's 'Show 'N' Tell'?
And why is it 'eyes in the back of my head', not 'eyes on/at the back of my head'?
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1. Show and tell is a common expression about showing an audience something and telling them about it. It is a common classroom activity in early elementary school, used to teach young children the skills of public speaking.
For example, a child will bring an item from home and will explain to the class why they chose that particular item, where they got it, how it functions or other relevant information.
2. I don't know why, but it just is "in". But i like Zee's answer lol.
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I think because our eyes are literally "in" our heads.
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