An entertaining deep dive into the phrase 'Johnny-come-lately' and its nautical origins, with a voyage through related expressions and bright icons of pop culture.
An engaging dive into idioms that uproot plans and support, just like pulling the rug out from under someone! From labor strikes to schoolyard tricks, explore the knack of unsettling elements in the English language.
Dive into the origins and witty intricacies of the phrase 'shout from the housetops/rooftops' and discover its inspiring call to spread your good news far and wide.
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.