Explore the history, humor, and implications of idealizing through clichés like 'placing on a pedestal,' as well as its literary and cultural connections.
A journey through the origins, meanings, and cultural significance of 'burn the candle at both ends,' a metaphor for living life to the fullest—sometimes at a cost.
Unveiling the curious origins and whimsical history behind the phrase 'a long time,' and the surprising connection between donkeys and the passage of years.
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.