have good antennae
have good antennae
To be very sensitive (to something); to have a keen sense of detection or perception. Likened to the antennae of (e.g.) an insect, which are extremely sensitive to environmental stimuli. The best teacher must have good antennae for any emotional difficulties their students may be going through.
See also: good, have
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
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- I could tell you, but then I'd have to kill you
- handle (someone or something) without gloves
- ICTYBTIHTKY
- wash (one's) dirty linen in public
- wash one's dirty linen in public
- wash your dirty linen in public
- on the inside
- have a loose tongue
- hot potato