Dive into the world of idioms with 'Give Someone an Inch and They'll Take a Mile,' and discover why a small concession can lead to much greater demands.
Dive deep into the world of harsh punishments and strict reprimands with the idiom 'throw the book at.' From technicalities in courtrooms to everyday rebukes.
Unearth the evolution and nuance of the phrase 'so to speak,' discovering its unexpected journey from upper-class vernacular to a pillar of polite expression.
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.