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brain power
CEFR B1intelligence or mental ability used to think and solve problems
Informal
go without saying
CEFR B2to be so obvious that it does not need to be stated
Neutral
off the top of one's head
CEFR B2from memory, without checking or thinking carefully
Informal
spring to mind
CEFR B2to come into your thoughts suddenly and easily
Neutral
beg the question
CEFR C1to make one naturally want to ask a particular question; (formally) to assume the very point being argued
Neutral
moot point
CEFR C1a question that is debatable or no longer relevant because it has been settled or made irrelevant
Neutral
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