Sentence examples for a fig from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a fig" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express indifference or a lack of concern about something, often in a dismissive context.
Example: "I don't care a fig about what they think of my choices."
Alternatives: "a hoot" or "a damn".

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For years Americans outside California never saw a fig until it had been dried or ground up and put in a Fig Newton.

It's a fig tree.

Fifty for a Fig Newton.

It's a fig leaf operation".

Not even a fig leaf.

"A fig will get you a bag.

But that is just a fig leaf.

"I'M a fig junkie," Judy Rodgers said.

England couldn't give a fig either way.

Come spring, ecco, a fig tree!

I think about devouring a fig roll.

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