penny for your thoughts
UK
- 1A gentle, informal way of asking someone to share what is on their mind, especially when they seem thoughtful or troubled.
He stared out the window for a long while, so I finally asked, "Penny for your thoughts?"
Penny for your thoughts? You've barely said a word since the meeting ended.
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