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What is a phrase in common use I cannot be understood with literal Or ordinary meanings?

You're looking for an idiom!

Idioms are phrases that have a figurative meaning that is different from the literal meaning of the words. Here are a few examples:

* "Kick the bucket" - This doesn't mean to literally kick a bucket, it means to die.

* "It's raining cats and dogs" - Obviously, it's not raining actual animals. It means it's raining heavily.

* "Break a leg" - This is a common saying for good luck, not an instruction to injure yourself.

Let me know if you'd like some more examples, or if you have a specific topic in mind!

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