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wooden

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Don't take any wooden nickels. (American, informal)
something that you say when someone leaves, to tell them to be careful and to take good care of themselves. Hey guys - have a good trip, and don't take any wooden nickels.
See also: any, don't, nickel, take

the wooden spoon (British & Australian)

an imaginary prize given to the person who finishes last in a race or competition. For the second year running Ireland took the wooden spoon in the Rugby tournament.
See also: spoon

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