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What does "a good head on my shoulders" mean?

Vocabulary Word: a good head on my shoulders

1. Definition (expr.) smart, responsible, intelligent, wise, able to deal with complicated things, able to make good decisions, able to think clearly

Examples “Sarah has a good head on her shoulders. She does well in school. She has a good job. And, she’s a really good friend.”

Examples “Mom, I’m not stupid! I’m not a kid anymore. I’ve got a good head on my shoulders. I can take care of myself. You don’t have to worry about me all the time.”

Examples “My brother’s only 12, but he’s got a good head on his shoulders. He seems much older than he is.”

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