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Do You Know the Origin of These Words and Phrases?

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

Do You Know The Origin of These Words and Phrases? I have been editing again, as well as judging a few writing contests. The process had me searching out some of the least common words and phrases I encountered. Check … Continue reading →

Posted in editing, etymology, language choices, vocabulary, word choices, word origins, word play, writing | Tagged argle-bargled, Biblical phrases, cackhanded, dwile flonking, idioms, literature references, phrases, Shakespeare, word origins | 2 Comments

More Doublespeak and Euphemisms

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

We all love delightfully delicious euphemisms, but we do not all know the source of some of our favorite phrases. Here are a few more tidbits to add to your supper conversation. The sources of many of the entries are … Continue reading →

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Do You Know the Origin of These Words and Phrases?

More Doublespeak and Euphemisms

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