Australia English; Canada English; ... Whether you’re looking to bring back some linguistic flair or simply want to know what all those old-timey sayings actually mean, you’re in the right place. Here ...

Gather enough people in a garage or at a car meet, and odd turns of phrase are bound to start flying about as if everyone had ...

For History 101, here are some old English sayings and their claimed origins. In 1500, the English used urine to tan animal skins. Families used to all pee in a pot, and once a day, the contents ...

TAMPA (FOX 13) - Old sayings may seem harmless, but, according to PETA, they could actually be viewed as anti-animal language and normalize animal cruelty. The animal-rights group is pushing for ...

Photo by George Rex, CC-by-SA. “Olde” in Old(er) English. I actually came across a claim in David Wolman’s (otherwise excellent) book Righting the Mother Tongue, that the word “olde ...

As the saying goes, "If an old dog barks, he gives counsel" ("If you wish a good advice, consult an old man"). Today, several versions of books named Sayings of Old Men have emerged in the market.

Verdict: Old wives' tale. 2. Most of your body heat is lost through your head. In the old days, before central heating, people would wear hats to sleep, as their heads were the only body part not ...

Here are 20 old school sayings worth remembering — and what they’re really saying. "The bee's knees" This quirky compliment describes something truly excellent or delightful — the best of ...