What Does That Mean?: Better Understand Idioms, Phrases, and Sayings And Discover the Fascinating History Behind Their Origins

They say "ignorance is bliss," but there's no reason to "take a rain check" on learning more about the English language.

What does it mean for something to be "a dime a dozen"? Why on earth would you tell someone to "break a leg" when wishing them good luck?

Idioms and expressions are a part of everyday English, but they aren't always the easiest to figure out. Many of these phrases have meanings that aren't immediately clear, and it can be confusing when they come up in conversations.

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