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June 7, 2017
by Miss Stewart
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Idiom of the Week!

Curiosity Killed the Cat This is said to warn someone not to ask too many questions about something; inquisitiveness can lead one into dangerous situations. Check out Phrases.org.uk for a potted history – another idiom! 😉 – of this phrase. … Continue reading

May 24, 2017
by Miss Stewart
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Idiom of the Week!

Meaning: When someone puts themselves in a risky situation. “If someone goes out on a limb, they do something they strongly believe in even though it is risky or extreme, and is likely to fail or be criticized by other … Continue reading

April 12, 2017
by Miss Stewart
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21 Phrases You Use Without Realising You’re Quoting Shakespeare

This, from Mental_Floss is quite fun. Just watch out for the American spellings! 😉 “William Shakespeare devised new words and countless plot tropes that still appear in everyday life. Famous quotes from his plays are easily recognisable; phrases like “To … Continue reading

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