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a C-note (American, informal)

a piece of paper American money that is worth 100 dollars. Joe took a wad of bills out of his pocket, peeled off a C-note and handed it over.

compare notes

if two people compare notes, they tell each other what they think about something that they have both done. We'd had the same boyfriend at different times in our life so it was quite interesting to compare notes.

See also: compare

hit/strike the right note

if something you say or do hits the right note, it is suitable and has a good effect. He saw his remarks had struck the right note - his friend was smiling now. The General's calm manner hit the right note of moderation, to reassure his audience. (sometimes + of)

See also: hit, right, strike

make a mental note

to make an effort to remember something, often something that you want to do later. I made a mental note to call my mother and tell her what he'd said. (often + to do something) Last time we had dinner together I made a mental note that you didn't like fish. (often + that)

See also: mental

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compare notes

to exchange information and opinions. We met at the coffee shop to compare notes on our new boss. The two sisters always compared notes.

See also: compare

make a mental note

to make an effort to remember something. I made a mental note to call my mother tonight and ask her to meet me tomorrow for lunch.

See also: mental

strike the right note

to say or do something that is suited to a particular occasion. Marjorie planned the party carefully because she wanted to strike the right note with her guests.

See also: right, strike

take note (of someone/something)

to give someone or something your attention. Travelers who plan to leave next week should take note that there may be an airlines strike.

See also: take