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Non riuscire a togliersi qualcuno dalla testa

To not be able to get someone out of one's head

Literal Translation

"To not be able to remove someone from one's head"

What it means

To not be able to get someone out of one's head; to be obsessed. A very relatable expression for romantic obsession or strong infatuation. Common in everyday Italian and in popular song lyrics.

Example in context

"Non riesco a togliermi dalla testa — ci penso continuamente."

"I cannot get her out of my head — I think about her constantly."

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