Why do we use, "A dime a dozen" to describe something common? What about, "A needle in a haystack" to describe something difficult to find? Why does, "Spill the beans" refer to telling a secret?
You've probably used dozens of these idioms and phrases without ever giving them a second thought. Have you ever thought about where they come from? Find out all the origins and meanings of dozens of popular American English expressions and phrases.
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Título : Why Do We Say That (For Kids): The History and Origin of 101 Idioms, Expressions, and Sayings
EAN : 9798215752128
Editorial : Jackie Bolen
Edad, de : 9 años
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