An exhilarating journey through idioms that let us bend the etiquette rules just a little. Pardon the occasional slip of the tongue as we explore colorful expressions.
Discover what it means to 'cut corners,' balancing between efficiency and laziness, with a wink to Mark Twain and other delightfully clever references.
An exploration of the phrase 'cut to the quick,' its origins, meanings, and related expressions that tickle or torment the tender parts of our emotions.
Dive into the charm of clichés like 'the sum and substance,' and discover their roots, appeal, and how they've stayed with us through the ages thanks to creative literary minds.
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.