This entertaining book takes an in-depth look at hundreds of common expressions in their many forms--where they came from, what they mean, how they've evolved over time, and their prominence in today's society.

Clich s, those trite little phrases that often get a point across quickly and efficiently, have become such a familiar part of the English language and people's everyday speech. This entertaining book takes an in-depth look at hundreds of these common expressions in their many forms--where they came from, what they mean, how they've evolved over time, and their prominence in today's society. Inside you'll discover hundreds explored and explained, such as...

- "Thinking outside the box"

- "All hands on deck"

- "My way or the highway"

- "To be perfectly honest"

- Technical terms, like "collateral damage" and "pushing the envelope"

- And many others

You'll quickly discover why this fun little compendium is truly the best thing since sliced bread

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Format: Hardcover
Author: Fountain, Nigel
ISBN: 9781606525678
Condition: Used
Dimensions: 7.80 x 0.69
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Year: 2012

The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread: Cliches: What They Mean and Where They Came from

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