Dive into the intriguing practice of 'dumbing down'—where complexity bows to simplicity in the persistent pursuit of broader (if less sophisticated) appeal.
Dive into the enlightening yet overused world of 'putting on your thinking cap,' a cliché that dates back to the Earliest literature, calling forth the grandeur of deep thought.
A fascinating journey into idioms that define purity, spotlessness, and sharp clarity. From puzzling medieval similes to modern metaphors—a treasure trove of language.
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.