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snatch the pebble

To fully grasp the meaning of a concept or developed a skill to a high degree of proficiency, often that rivals some specific expert.

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  • From the 1970s television series called Kung Fu starring David Carradine. In the title sequence to this series, the protagonist is finally able to snatch a pebble from his master's hand, indicating he has developed sufficient skills and wisdom and is ready to leave the school and venture into the world.
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schnappen Sie den Kiesel

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