| Why Do We Say It?: The Stories Behind the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use |  | Creator: Castle Books Publisher: Book Sales
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Seller: river-city-books
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), English (Published) Media: Hardcover Pages: 286 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1 Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 1
ISBN: 1555210104 UPC: 071831013002 EAN: 9781555210106
Publication Date: August 1, 1986 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| • | Words | | • | Grammar | | • | English | | • | Expressions |
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Product Description
How did lollypops get their name? What's long about a longshoreman? Why do we pass the buck? The answers are in this fascinating volume. The intriguing origins of hundreds of unusual words and expressions are here, organized in a handy alphabetical format. Useful for reference and fun just for browsing, this book is also a great way to expand your vocabulary and enjoy doing it.
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