Questions tagged 'proverbs'
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What does ‘thursdays child has far to go mean?’?
What does the phrase "Thursday's child has far to go" mean? Can you provide some insight into its origin and significance, as well as any interpretations or contexts in which it might be used?
is the old saying two peas in a pot or two peas in a pod?
Is the old saying "two peas in a pod" or "two peas in a pot"? I'd like to clarify which phrase is correct and understand its meaning in common usage.
Jan 09, 2025
What is the meaning behind the phrase “fate is a cruel mistress”?
What is the meaning behind the phrase "fate is a cruel mistress"? Additionally, are there other sayings or proverbs that convey a similar message about the nature of fate and its impact on our lives?
what does it mean when someone says..?
What does it mean when someone says, "He's as useless as Anne Frank's drum kit"? I don't get it—can someone explain?
Where in the bible does it say “Hell hath no fury as a woman scorn”?
I believe the phrase "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" is often attributed to William Congreve, not Solomon in the Book of Proverbs. I have searched for it in various translations of the Bible...
What does it mean if you say that something’s “better than a kick up the ****”?
"Has anyone heard the saying 'better than a kick up the ****' before? What does it mean and in what context is it typically used?"
what does “familiarity breeds contempt” mean?
What is the meaning of the phrase "familiarity breeds contempt," and in what contexts is it typically used? Can you provide examples to help illustrate its significance?
What does “bottle and weave” mean?
I was watching a show when the characters decided to stop keeping secrets from each other, and this was their conversation: Girl: "Bottle and weave." Guy: "Seriously?" Guy: "Divorced." Girl: "Big Dadd...