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The expression to beat a dead horse sounds a lot more violent than its meaning. Let's listen. It is so hot.
Can we please go to the pool? I told you.
The pool is closed all week for repairs. But it's hot. And it's closed.
Stop beating a dead horse.
Let's find some ice or something.
To beat a dead horse means to waste time or energy on a situation that can't be changed.
Maybe Dan can find Anna a kiddie pool or something.
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