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Why You Say It : The Fascinating Stories Behind Over 600 Everyday Words and Phrases

by:
Garrison, Webb

Publisher:
Rutledge Hill Press
Published: November 1, 1992
ISBN: 1558531289
Format:Paperback
Pages:356

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Book Description
From Book News, Inc.
Less a reference than an enjoyable read, this volume traces the origins of some 600 everyday words and phrases and how they have taken on new meanings over time. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

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The Fascinating stories behind over 600 everyday words and phrases such as... Shindig - A veteran square dance caller will tell you that bruised shins result from the swigging feet of beginning dancers. A dance that leaves telltale marks on the lower legs of participants is a shindig.

Alibi - The word is taken straight from Latin and means "elsewhere." The perfect "alibi" is to prove one was "elsewhere" when the deed was done.

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