What are the origins of common idioms?
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What are the origins of common idioms?
Many idioms have fascinating histories! For example, 'kick the bucket' is believed to come from a method of slaughtering animals.
That's interesting! What about 'break the ice'?
'Break the ice' originates from the practice of breaking ice in a harbor to allow ships to pass, symbolizing the start of a conversation.
Can you tell me more about 'barking up the wrong tree'?
Sure! This idiom comes from hunting dogs that would bark at the base of a tree where they thought their prey was, but it was actually in another tree.
Are there any idioms that have surprising origins?
Absolutely! For instance, 'the whole nine yards' is thought to refer to the amount of material needed to make a complete suit of clothes.
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