Category: Phrases

Would you like to use a phrase that refers to the closure of a business – or implies that somethng else has shut down for good? ‘Out of business’ is a common saying in the English language that can be uesd to say just this. This post unpacks the meaning, origin, and most common use […]

Have you seen the phrase ‘on the qt’ somewhere and would like to know what the saying means? The ‘qt’ is short for the word ‘quiet’ and not ‘cute’ or ‘cutie’ as some people might have thought. This post unpacks the meaning, origin and use of the common saying. Meaning The phrase ‘on the qt’ […]

Have you seen the phrase ‘on the wagon’ appear somewhere and would like to know more about what the saying means? Someone described as ‘on the wagon’ is implied to be sober and abstaining from something, specifically alcohol. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of the common phrase. Meaning The phrase ‘on the wagon’ […]

Have you seen the word ‘crosshairs’ somewhere and would like to know more about the meaning or the context of it? The word ‘crosshairs’ can refer to literal weapon sights, but the word can also have several figurative meanings. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of the word ‘crosshairs’. Meaning The word ‘crosshairs’ is […]

Have you seen the phrase ‘tinker’s dam’ somewhere in a text or online and would like to know more about what it could mean? The saying ‘tinker’s dam’ is actually an incorrect saying, with the right use being ‘a tinker’s damn’! This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this saying. Meaning The phrase ‘a […]

Have you seen or heard the phrase ‘what’s up, Doc?’ somewhere and would like to know more about the meaning or context of the saying? When someone says ‘what’s up Doc?’ it can be a cultural reference, or a popular way to ask how someone is doing. This post unpacks the meaning, origin and use […]

The saying ‘good grief’ is a common phrase that is seen in the English language, and it’s most often used as a mock exclamation of surprise – sometimes with humorous context. This post unpacks the meaning, origin, and proper use of the term. Meaning The phrase ‘good grief’ is a common exclamation phrase in the […]

Have you seen the phrase ‘what’s cooking good looking’ somewhere and would like to know more about the context or meaning of the saying? The phrase is a common colloquial saying, but it’s not one that everyone is familiar with. This post unpacks the meaning, origin, and correct use of the phrase. Meaning The phrase […]

Are you looking for a way to make an awkward situation more comfortable? Maybe you are in a roomful of new people that you never met before. If so, you may be looking for a way to break the ice. While this may sound like something chilly, it’s actually a great way to open up […]

There is something special about playing your favorite game and finding a clue hidden within. You can even find little hints and spoilers in TV dramas or while reading your favorite books. If you ever wondered what these clues were called, you are in the right place. Easter eggs are delicious, but they serve an […]