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Red Wave: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The term "red wave" is often used in politics, particularly in the United States, to refer to a significant win…
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Singing Your Praises: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "singing your praises" means speaking highly of someone or giving them compliments, usually when they're not around to…
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Going Around the Houses: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The saying "going around the houses" generally means to approach something in a long-winded or indirect manner. It suggests taking…
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Struck a Chord: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "struck a chord" refers to anything that resonates emotionally or intellectually with someone. When something "strikes a chord,"…
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Do the Dishes: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "do the dishes" is a straightforward way of talking about washing your plates, glasses, utensils, and pots after…
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Sisters Before Misters: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "sisters before misters" refers to the importance of friendships, especially among women, over romantic relationships with men. It's…
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Long Time, No Hear: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "long time, no hear" is a casual way to greet someone you haven't been in touch with for…
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Hot Damn: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "hot damn" is often used to express enthusiasm, surprise, or excitement about something. It's a casual expression you…
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False Pride: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "false pride" refers to an inflated sense of one's abilities or achievements that is not grounded in reality. It often…
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Good Omen: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "good omen" refers to a sign or event that is believed to predict a positive or favorable outcome.…
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Milk Him Dry: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "milk him dry" is often used to talk about taking all of someone's resources or exploiting someone to…
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Hit the Nail on the Head: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "hit the nail on the head" has two meanings. First, in the most basic sense, it means hitting…
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Loose Wire: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "loose wire" has a literal and a symbolic meaning. Literally, it refers to an electrical wire that is…
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Reminded Me Of: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "reminded me of" is commonly used to express the triggering of a memory or thought by something currently…
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Kicking In: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "kicking in" is a colloquial expression with several meanings depending on the context. Generally, it refers to the…
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