Download or read book Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts A Brief History On Where They Come From written by Scott Matthews and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-04 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do you "call shotgun" when you want the front passenger seat? What does "letting the cat out of the bag" have to do with divulging secrets? Why do you ask people to "cut to the chase"? How come you hear all those juicy rumors "through the grapevine"? Like many people you've probably used idioms or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometimes outright bizarre origins to these fun sayings! In "Why do we say that," we have curated 101 of the most regularly used idioms, proverbs, turns of phrases, and colloquial terms that have the most fascinating backstories. For each phrase, we have explained how it was coined, how its use evolved through the ages, and how it gained its contemporary use. Inside you will discover: What the sanitary conditions of 17th century London have to do with it's "raining cats and dogs" today. Why taking things "with grain of salt" has to do with an ancient remedy for poison. What Southeast Asian warrior traditions have to do with the term "to run amuck." Why "to break a leg" became something worth aspiring to in the Elizabethan theatres. And many many more Click the BUY NOW button at the top of the page to unravel the mysteries behind popular English idioms.
Download or read book Why Do We Say The Things We Say written by Graham Hodson and published by Rockwood Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-14 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever found yourself baffled by the peculiar phrases we all say? Why, for instance, do we "butter someone up", and what is so perilous about "letting the cat out of the bag"? Dive into this captivating compendium to uncover the delightful, fascinating, and sometimes bewildering origins of the phrases we use daily, all beautifully illustrated with a unique full-color image accompanying EVERY phrase! Unravel everyday sayings, from the mysterious "spill the beans" to the confusing "kick the bucket". Whoever you are, whether you’re a trivia buff or just naturally intelligent and curious, this book promises a read that's enlightening, interesting, and entertaining, a world where every phrase has a story steeped in history and culture. Prepare to laugh, to wonder, and to regularly exclaim, "Ah, now I get it!" as you uncover the surprising histories of the words and phrases we all say every day.
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Download or read book Why Do We Say It written by Barry Leonard and published by . This book was released on 2005-03-01 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did lollipops get their name? What1s long about a longshoreman? Why do we pass the buck? The answers are in this fascinating volume. The intriguing origins of hundreds of unusual words and expressions are here, organized in a handy alphabetical format. This book is useful for reference and fun just for browsing. It is also a great way to expand your vocabulary and enjoy it.
Download or read book Why Do We Say written by Nigel Rees and published by Blandford. This book was released on 1987-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains the meaning and origins of more than five hundred common expressions from according to Hoyle to yuppies
Download or read book How You Say It written by Katherine D. Kinzler and published by Houghton Mifflin. This book was released on 2020 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "We gravitate toward people like us; it's human nature. Race, class, and gender affect this social identity, but one overlooked factor can be even more powerful: the way we speak. As pioneering psychologist Katherine Kinzler reveals in How You Say It, that's because our speech largely reflects the voices we heard as children. We can change how we speak to some extent, whether by "code-switching" between dialects or learning a new language. But for the most part we are forever marked by our native tongue-and are hardwired to prejudge others by theirs, often with serious consequences. Your accent alone can determine the economic opportunity or discrimination you encounter in life, making speech one of the most urgent social-justice issues of our day. Ultimately, Kinzler shows, our linguistic differences can also be a force for good. For her research reveals that exposure to different languages is beneficial-a paradox that hints at the benefits we can reap from mastering this ancient source of tribalism"--
Download or read book Why We Say It written by Thomas Mobley and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-28 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book to help people know where, in most cases, the things they say came from.
Download or read book Why Do We Say Good Night written by Champ Thornton and published by New Growth Press. This book was released on 2019-10-21 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Going to bed and turning out the light can be a hard time for many children. Award-winning author Champ Thornton wrote this beautifully designed and illustrated book to help parents comfort their children with three truths about God. As a mother and her little daughter talk, they remember together that God made the night, he sees in the dark, and he watches over them just like a shepherd protects his sheep. Children and parents will want to start a new nighttime tradition of reading together about why we can say that the night is good. In this important, engaging children's book, parents can bring comfort and encouragement to their children, reminding them Jesus is near.
Download or read book How Do We Say Goodbye written by K. A. JOHNSON and published by K. A. JOHNSON LLC. This book was released on 2021-04-22 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his inaugural book, “How Do We Say Goodbye”, Pastor Johnson provides personal, powerful, and practical instructions on how to cope with losing a loved one. You will enjoy and be touched by his personal testimonies. You will laugh with him as he recalls funny interactions with some of the individuals in his life. You will tear up, as he details the last precious moments spent with loved ones. You will also be uplifted when reading about the restoring power of worship. (Cynthia J. Raines, PhD Pavilion Behavioral Health: Health, Hope, Healing) How Do We Say Goodbye is the product of Pastor Johnson's personal pain based on his own loss, grief, and progress toward healing. Being a wounded healer, himself, is one of the things that make this book so relatable. ( D. L. Powell, Pastor: New Shiloh MBC, Miami, Florida)
Download or read book Why Do We Say It written by and published by Castle Books. This book was released on 2009-11-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did lollypops get their name? What's long about a longshoreman? Why do we pass the buck? The answers are in this fascinating volume. The intriguing origins of hundreds of unusual words and expressions are here, organized in a handy alphabetical format. Useful for reference and fun just for browsing, this book is also a great way to expand your vocabulary and enjoy doing it. The hardcover edition makes a wonderful gift for readers and writers, scholars and students. Uncover the mysteries of the modern English language and share the facts and trivia with your family and friends.
Download or read book Time Management Ninja written by Craig Jarrow and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2019-09-15 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This book will help you own your calendar, block time for what matters most and reclaim your life.” —Paula Rizzo, author of Listful Living: A List-Making Journey to a Less Stressed You You want more time to spend with family, to achieve big goals, and to simply enjoy life. Yet, there seem to be more and more things competing for your time, and more distractions interrupting your day. Craig Jarrow has spent many years testing time management tactics, tools, and systems and written hundreds of articles on productivity, goals, and organization, Through it all he’s learned a simple truth: Time management should be easy, not complicated and unwieldy. And it shouldn’t take up more of your precious time than it gives back! Time Management Ninja offers 21 rules that will show you an easier and more effective way to take control of your time and manage your busy life. Follow these simple principles and get more done with less effort. It’s no-stress, uncomplicated time management that works. “Read this book, apply its rules, and you’ll find freedom.” —Hyrum Smith, bestselling author of Purposeful Retirement
Download or read book The Unfolding of Language written by Guy Deutscher and published by Metropolitan Books. This book was released on 2006-05-02 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blending the spirit of Eats, Shoots & Leaves with the science of The Language Instinct, an original inquiry into the development of that most essential-and mysterious-of human creations: Language "Language is mankind's greatest invention-except, of course, that it was never invented." So begins linguist Guy Deutscher's enthralling investigation into the genesis and evolution of language. If we started off with rudimentary utterances on the level of "man throw spear," how did we end up with sophisticated grammars, enormous vocabularies, and intricately nuanced degrees of meaning? Drawing on recent groundbreaking discoveries in modern linguistics, Deutscher exposes the elusive forces of creation at work in human communication, giving us fresh insight into how language emerges, evolves, and decays. He traces the evolution of linguistic complexity from an early "Me Tarzan" stage to such elaborate single-word constructions as the Turkish sehirlilestiremediklerimizdensiniz ("you are one of those whom we couldn't turn into a town dweller"). Arguing that destruction and creation in language are intimately entwined, Deutscher shows how these processes are continuously in operation, generating new words, new structures, and new meanings. As entertaining as it is erudite, The Unfolding of Language moves nimbly from ancient Babylonian to American idiom, from the central role of metaphor to the staggering triumph of design that is the Semitic verb, to tell the dramatic story and explain the genius behind a uniquely human faculty.
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Download or read book Kids Do What We Do Not What We Say written by M.S. Saravanan and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2016-02-09 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book comprising of thirty-two parts, is very interesting and could serve as a guide for young teachers. It can also be an effective tool for policy makers. The author, with his wide teaching experience, is confident that by giving autonomy to students the restricting structures in the system can be removed entirely. He presents his personal experiences as a Teacher and a chief administrator and applies practical wisdom to critical issues that administrative leaders face. The arguments and insights presented in this book are thought-provoking, like-learner-focused and they discuss teaching kindness through service to the society. Kids don't learn from people they don't like! Kids do what we do, not what we say. The author gives valuable suggestions to enhance the teaching and learning experience – inspiring out-of-the-box thinking, encouraging the creative ability of students, relevance of social network, creating research skills even among middle-school students in the classrooms, importance of physical education in schools, significance of morning assembly and so on.
Download or read book Why Do We Say That 101 Idioms Phrases Sayings Facts The Origins History Of Your Favorite Colloquial Terms Expressions Phrases Proverbs written by Scott Matthews and published by . This book was released on 2023-10-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered why we say "pardon my French" when we use a swear word or inappropriate language? Curious about the origins of the phrase "on his last legs" and how it came to describe someone or something that is in a state of decline or near the end? Have you ever been intrigued by the origin of the idiom "storm in a teacup" and how it came to symbolize a situation that's blown out of proportion? Do you know the history behind the saying "twist someone's arm" and how it became a metaphor for persuading or convincing someone to do something against their will? Join us on a delightful journey through the history of language! Why Do We Say That? is your gateway to discovering the intriguing stories and cultural significance of 101 commonly used idioms and phrases that infuse our conversations with charm and intrigue. Explore the hidden gems behind the expressions you've heard but never fully understood. Gain an appreciation for the richness of language and the tales that shaped these popular phrases, leaving you equipped with captivating knowledge to share with others. Within the pages of this book, you will: Unravel Language Riddles: Decode the enigma of idioms and phrases that have puzzled you for ages, giving you a fresh perspective on their meanings. Master Everyday Language: Elevate your communication skills by wielding these expressions with confidence and precision in your conversations. Enhance Cultural Connection: Gain insights into different cultures as we explore how idioms reflect the values, customs, and history of various societies. Delight in Language Trivia: Engage in fun-filled language trivia that will not only entertain but also expand your knowledge of colloquial expressions. Embrace Language Evolution: Travel through time to see how these expressions have evolved, weaving their way into our modern lexicon. Whether you're a language enthusiast, a trivia lover, or simply curious about the origins of idioms, Why Do We Say That? is your passport to a world of linguistic wonders. Join us on this delightful expedition and become a connoisseur of expressions that color our everyday conversations. Secure your copy now and set out on an exciting linguistic adventure!
Download or read book I Didn t Know That Why We Say the Things We Say written by Karlen Evins and published by . This book was released on 2009-08-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Author of the I Didnat Know That Series Come Two New Volumes Exploring the Roots and Origins of Common Everyday Phrases from our Colorful Language I Didnat Know That explores the histories and origins of everyday expressions ranging from All Gussied Up to Under the Weather. A clever read that both entertains and informs. "OK. No Beating Around the Bush... Letas Talk Turkey about this little book. I donat think that Iam Letting the Cat Out of the Baga]This cheery volume can be read in Two Shakes of a Lambas Tail and will leave you Happy as a Clam." -H Jackson Brown, Jr., author of Lifeas Little Instruction Book Expressions include: Bringing Home the Bacon Crocodile Tears Face the Music Knock on Wood Mind Your Ps & Qs Off the Cuff
Download or read book Before We Say I DO written by K. D. Dawsey and published by Hope of Vision Publishing. This book was released on 2008-07 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
