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Capitare a fagiolo

to come at just the right moment

Literal Translation

"To arrive at the bean"

What it means

To come at just the right moment

Example in context

"Sei capitato a fagiolo — avevo proprio bisogno di aiuto!"

"You came at just the right time — I really needed help!"

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