Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Colloquial Expressions & Where They Come From!

Author:   Scott Matthews
Publisher:   Alex Gibbons
ISBN:  

9781922531551


Pages:   130
Publication Date:   14 April 2023
Format:   Paperback
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Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Colloquial Expressions & Where They Come From!


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"Have you ever wondered about the origins of popular English idioms? From ""crying over spilled milk"" to going on a ""wild goose chase,"" these phrases have fascinating backstories that will ""whet your appetite"" for more. In ""Why Do We Say That,"" we've rounded up 101 of the most commonly used idioms and ""hit the nail on the head"" by providing the historical context behind each one. Don't be a ""deer in the headlights"" when someone asks you the meaning of ""straw man"" or ""up a creek without a paddle."" This book has got you covered. Whether you're a ""dark horse"" when it comes to trivia or just looking to impress your friends with your knowledge of idioms, this book is for you. Don't be a ""cheapskate"" and miss out on the opportunity to learn the fascinating stories behind these expressions. And don't ""cry wolf"" when we tell you that this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the English language. So, ""break a leg"" and get the book to start your journey of discovery!"

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Author:   Scott Matthews
Publisher:   Alex Gibbons
Imprint:   Alex Gibbons
Dimensions:   Width: 12.70cm , Height: 0.70cm , Length: 20.30cm
Weight:   0.136kg
ISBN:  

9781922531551


ISBN 10:   1922531553
Pages:   130
Publication Date:   14 April 2023
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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