Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see nail, it.
Synonym of hit the nail on the head
To reach some destination or object, despite difficulty or toil (now usually intransitive, with preposition or locative adverb).
To obtain (someone) by wooing; to make an ally or friend of (frequently with over).
To defeat or surpass someone or something.
To triumph or achieve victory in (a game, a war, etc.).
To achieve victory.
To have power, coercion or control.
To obtain (something desired).
To cause a victory for someone.
To extract (ore, coal, etc.).
To dry by exposure to the wind.
To gain (a prize) by succeeding in competition or contest.
A feat carried out successfully; a victorious achievement.
An individual victory.
Pleasure; joy; delight.