<p>Explains the origins and meanings of 400 phrases commonly heard throughout the English-speaking world, introducing stories to explore the use of expressions such as "to eat humble pie" some of which originated as many as 2000 years ago.</p>

Everyday phrases: Their origins and meanings

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Foreign Language Study & Reference

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Everyday phrases: Their origins and meanings