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What's Cooking: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"What's cooking?" is a colloquial way of asking what is happening or what someone is doing. It can be used…
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Make Like a Tree and Leave: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

Have you ever heard someone say they're going to "make like a tree and leave" and wondered what on earth…
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Bugging Out: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "bugging out" originally stems from military slang, referring to quickly leaving or retreating from a location, especially in…
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Locking Arms: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "locking arms" symbolizes unity, solidarity, and mutual support. It's a gesture where individuals physically link their arms together,…
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In the Swim: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "in the swim" describes someone actively involved in or well-informed about the current trends, events, or activities in…
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Negative Nellies: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

Have you ever encountered people who always seem to see the glass as half empty, focusing only on the bleak…
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You Scratch My Back and I'll Scratch Yours: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours" is an idiomatic expression that means if you help me, I'll help…
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Punctuality is the Soul of Business: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

Everyone has heard the saying, "Punctuality is the soul of business," at least once. This idiom emphasizes the importance of…
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Bagged Somebody: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "bagged somebody" carries various meanings, from obtaining something to experiencing intoxication. It's a phrase rich in history and…
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No One is Indispensable: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "no one is indispensable" is a powerful reminder of the transient nature of our roles in both personal…
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Put Food on the Table: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "put food on the table" refers to earning money to support one's family, particularly in meeting basic needs…
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Lap It Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiomatic expression "lap it up" is derived from the behavior of animals like dogs or cats that drink liquids…
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Fall On One's Sword: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "fall on one’s sword" is a phrase that many have heard, but not everyone knows its origins or…
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On Wheels: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "on wheels" is an expression that refers to something moving on a vehicle with wheels. It can also…
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Sum It Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "sum it up" means to give a brief or concise statement of the main points or facts of…
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