He also said he favours an arm round the shoulder, rather than a clip round the ear.

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When his mistake emerged, Bob would have had a metaphorical clip round the ear from the gaffer and would be sent out at first light the next day with brush and paint to correct his mistake.

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Hands-free kits - an earpiece and clip-on microphone - have been marketed as an alternative to holding the mobile close to the ear while making calls.

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