On the London Underground, when leaving the train, you should:

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Title:	On the London Underground, when leaving the train, you should:
Answer:	mind the gap

Hints:	1. The first word is a synonym for 'be careful of'. 2. The phrase is a warning against falling down between the train and the platform.

Explanation:	On the London Underground there is sometimes a gap between the train and the edge of the platform. The term 'mind the gap' instructs travellers to be careful that they step over the gap rather than falling down it. The term 'mind' means 'be careful (of)'. It is unknown in America, but in Britain it can be used in a number of expressions, e.g. 'mind (that) you don't hurt yourself', 'mind, it's hot', etc.
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Guest

Rating: 4

October 22, 2003

Instead of "mind the gap", in French we say "mind... = attention à..."

Guest
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Rating: 2

June 6, 2003

Guest

Rating: 5

June 5, 2003

Instead of "mind the gap", in Portuguese we say "cuidado com o vão"

Guest
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Rating: 5

June 3, 2003

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