An engaging exploration of the 'smart set'—the fashionable social elite of the late 19th century—and how it evolved into today's jet set and beautiful people.
An insightful journey through clichés and idiomatic expressions that help us convey the complexity of facing tough truths, like swallowing bitter pills.
Dive into the depths of 'lip service,' where words are silver but actions are golden. Explore the origins, meanings, and situations where insincere support rings the loudest.
Uncover the origins and charm behind the timeless cliché of 'Living a life of Reilly,' and explore how this phrase encapsulates the dream of grand opulence.
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.