A deep dive into the archetype of the self-made man, a figure who climbs the social ladder by sheer grit and determination, often embodying the quintessential rags-to-riches story.
An engaging dive into the origins and usage of the cliché 'taking a leaf out of someone's book,' examining its less nefarious modern interpretation and situational meanings.
An exploration of the phrase 'to supply someone with up-to-date information,' tracing its origins and diving into its modern uses and amusing alternatives.
An amusing delve into the cliché of 'Listen to me because you’ll see I’m right in the end,' its origins, and laugh-out-loud looks at other overly familiar phrases.
The largest and most comprehensive resource of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features thousands of unique clichés, idioms, jargon, slang, euphemisms, and metaphors, alongside common expressions.