23 апр. 2013 г. · 10 Common Sayings With Historical Origins · 1. Turn a blind eye · 2. White elephant · 3. Crocodile tears · 4. Diehard · 5. Resting on laurels · 6.

Many famous phrases originated from Britain. Learn why 'Fortnight' originated from the ancient Romans to what makes a whole nine yards with our guide.

16 сент. 2022 г. · 13 Expressions with Origins that You Would Never Have Guessed · Bite the bullet · Break the ice · Butter someone up · Mad as a hatter · Cat got your ...

14 сент. 2020 г. · The saying 'pull the wool over my eyes', goes back to the 17th century when people wore elaborate wigs. The wigs had a thick woolly appearance.

12 авг. 2024 г. · Learning the etymology of some common words and idioms, many of which are Medieval or even older. I list here some of the most fun ones I've come across.

Below is a list of old sayings and where they came from. However, sometimes it is impossible to say for certain how an old saying originated.

Five common sayings with surprising origins · Spill the beans · Straight from the horse's mouth · To turn a blind eye · To steal someone's thunder · To be under the ...

15 дек. 2023 г. · Do you understand old sayings or often find yourself confused? Well, test your wits with this list of old sayings and their meanings.

23 июл. 2018 г. · Did you ever wonder? Origins of well-known phrases · June weddings and carrying bouquets · Don't throw the baby out with the bath water · It's ...

18 июн. 2015 г. · Many of these strange phrases and expressions have their roots firmly established in the rich history of the English people themselves.