Dive into the slow-moving world of clichéd expressions with everyone's favorite sluggish simile, peppered with insightful, humorous, and thought-provoking musings.
An amusing investigation into the evolution of 'Mickey Mouse' as a term for triviality and how a beloved cartoon character became synonymous with pettiness.
An amusing dive into the world of improbable clichés, exemplified by 'pigs might fly.' Discover the origins, alternatives, and literary connections of this classic phrase.
A deep dive into the concept of 'being the heavy,' tracing its theatrical roots to its modern-day usage in dealing with blame and undesirable behavior.
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.