Phrases Sayings
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Common Phrases
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language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
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Common Phrases written by and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.
Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts A Brief History On Where They Come From
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Author : Scott Matthews
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2022-05-04
Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts A Brief History On Where They Come From written by Scott Matthews and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-04 with categories.
Why do we say "no dice" when refusing someone's request? What do clouds and their ‟silver linings" have to do with our hopes and troubles? Why are some people born with a "silver spoon" in their mouth? What does it truly mean to be a "jack of all trades?" Like many people, you've probably used idioms or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them, you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometiames outright bizarre origins to these fun sayings! In Why Do We Say That, we have curated 101 regularly used idioms, proverbs, turns of phrases, and colloquial terms that have the most fascinating backstories. For each phrase, we have explained how it was coined, how its use evolved through the ages, and how it gained its contemporary use. Inside you will discover: - Why people go "green with envy" instead of a different color - How "knocking on wood" gives you good luck - Why some people talk a lot of "mumbo jumbo" - How "Bob" can be everyone's uncle - Why someone would want to be a "devil's advocate" - And much, much more! Click the BUY NOW button at the top of the page to unravel the mysteries behind popular English idioms.
The Illustrated Histories Of Everyday Expressions
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Author : James McGuire
language : en
Publisher: Whalen Book Works
Release Date : 2019-01-28
The Illustrated Histories Of Everyday Expressions written by James McGuire and has been published by Whalen Book Works this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-28 with Reference categories.
With 100+ full-page illustrations, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions introduces readers to the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language’s most common sayings! Why do we bring home the bacon, instead of some other salty meat? Whose beans are we spilling, exactly? Why was that cat in the bag to begin with? Every day, English speaking people turn phrase after phrase, idiom after idiom, with no actual idea what they are saying! Sure, the meaning of these expressions has long been established, but rarely do we stop to think about where they come from. The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions will profile 64 of the greatest idiom origin stories through simple text and captivating illustration. No longer will you wonder why getting a goat is so frustrating, or why hatters are so mad (and no, that one doesn’t come from Alice in Wonderland)! With The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions, everyday phrases come to life! Inside this charming little hardcover volume, the illustrated idioms will be arranged chronologically, with the oldest expressions appearing first, working all the way up to the present day. Each entry will provide the saying’s definition and origin story, laid out cohesively within a funny and captivating illustration of the strange and wonderful long-forgotten story. Whalen Book Works is an independent book publishing company that combines top-notch design, unique formats, and fresh content to create truly innovative gift books. We bring together a talented team of writers, designers, illustrators, and artists in order to develop strong editorial content that brings a book to life!
Phrases Sayings Idioms And Cliches At The Phrase Finder
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
Phrases Sayings Idioms And Cliches At The Phrase Finder written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with categories.
Meanings and origins of over 2,000 English sayings, phrases and idioms. In addition to explaining things like "wet behind the ears" and "baker's dozen," it also allows you to browse through euphemisms, popular but incorrect phrase origins, proverbs, misheard lyrics (known as "mondegreens") and other categories.
The Illustrated Book Of Sayings
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Author : Ella Frances Sanders
language : en
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Release Date : 2016-09-13
The Illustrated Book Of Sayings written by Ella Frances Sanders and has been published by Ten Speed Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-13 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
From the New York Times bestselling author of Lost in Translation and Eating the Sun, a charming illustrated collection of more than fifty expressions from around the globe that explores the nuances of language From the hilarious and romantic to the philosophical and literal, the idioms, proverbs, and adages in this illustrated collection address the nuances of language in the form of sayings from around the world. From the French idiom “to pedal in the sauerkraut” (meaning, “to spin your wheels”), to the Japanese idiom “even monkeys fall from trees” (meaning, “even experts can be wrong”), The Illustrated Book of Sayings reveals the remarkable diversity, humor, and poignancy of the world’s languages and cultures.
Dictionary Of Catch Phrases
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Author : Eric Partridge
language : en
Publisher: Scarborough House
Release Date : 1992-01-01
Dictionary Of Catch Phrases written by Eric Partridge and has been published by Scarborough House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-01-01 with Social Science categories.
A catch phrase is a well-known, frequently-used phrase or saying that has `caught on' or become popular over along period of time. It is often witty or philosophical and this Dictionary gathers together over 7,000 such phrases.
A World Of Wisdom
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Author : James Chapman
language : en
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Release Date : 2021-09-28
A World Of Wisdom written by James Chapman and has been published by Andrews McMeel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-28 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
A brightly illustrated comic guide to sayings and expressions from around the world, comparing the ways different cultures interpret the same ideas. You might say that an annoying person is called “a bad apple,” but Venezuelans would call them “a pineapple under the arm.” On a wet day, you might think “it’s raining cats and dogs,” but the rest of the world has some different ideas on what’s falling from the sky. This book looks at the unique ways different languages express common ideas like “too many cooks spoil the broth” and getting stuck “between a rock and a hard place,” as well as unique sayings about cats, beards, dancing, and much, much more. With over 330 illustrated phrases from Vietnam to Venezuela, A World of Wisdom is a fun and funny guide to all the phrases you might ever need!
Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts A Brief History On Colloquial Expressions Where They Come From
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Author : Scott Matthews
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-04-12
Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts A Brief History On Colloquial Expressions Where They Come From written by Scott Matthews and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-04-12 with categories.
A Dictionary Of Catch Phrases American And British From The Sixteenth Century To The Present Day
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Author : Eric Partridge
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 1992
A Dictionary Of Catch Phrases American And British From The Sixteenth Century To The Present Day written by Eric Partridge and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Americanisms categories.
Oxford Dictionary Of Phrase Saying And Quotation
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Author : Susan Ratcliffe
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2006
Oxford Dictionary Of Phrase Saying And Quotation written by Susan Ratcliffe and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Reference categories.
Presents proverbs and sayings from across the world to apt and memorable phrases and quotations from across the centuries. This edition of an Oxford classic traces the links between treasured sayings in our language, and explains their varied origins. It includes a keyword index and allows cross referencing.