Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 39,000 entries.
Above, the header from the February 18, 1924 New York (NY) Morning Telegraph newspaper column of John J. Fitz Gerald. Click to see a portion of the column which includes his use of "Big…
"In a committed relationship with my coffee cup" is a coffee saying. “I’m not addicted to coffee, we’re just in a committed relationship” is a related saying. "Currently in a…
"I wanted to say everything was okie dokie artichokie but to be honest it’s been extra horrendous asparagus" is a jocular saying that has been printed on several images, credited to a…
"There is no such thing as personal space when you own a dog" is a saying that has been printed on many images. There have been many variations to the saying, involving various dog breeds…
Appletown Sporting Goods opened in Harlem in 1966, at 2489 Seventh Avenue (Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard) and West 145th Street. The store, which closed about 2015, was owned by Freddie…
"It's Friday! My smile is brighter, and my coffee is richer because I know the weekend is nearly here" is a saying that has been printed on several images. X/Twitter Emad R. Y.…
"Do panic attacks count as cardio?" and "Panic attacks are my cardio" are jocular sayings that have been printed on many images. "panic attacks are my cardio workout!"…
"My dog understands several human words. I don't understand any dog barks. He/She may be smarter than me" is a saying that has been printed on many images. "My dog understand…
"My dog understands several human words. I don't understand any dog barks. He/She may be smarter than me" is a saying that has been printed on many images. "My dog understand…
"Do panic attacks count as cardio?" and "Panic attacks are my cardio" are jocular sayings that have been printed on many images. "panic attacks are my cardio workout!"…
"Do panic attacks count as cardio?" and "Panic attacks are my cardio" are jocular sayings that have been printed on many images. "panic attacks are my cardio workout!"…
Many people believe that a burrito is beautiful. "Always remember no matter what you are beautiful inside and out. Like a burrito" was posted on Facebook by Chow Gozen on September 11,…
Many people believe that a burrito is beautiful. "Always remember no matter what you are beautiful inside and out. Like a burrito" was posted on Facebook by Chow Gozen on September 11,…
Many people believe that a burrito is beautiful. "Always remember no matter what you are beautiful inside and out. Like a burrito" was posted on Facebook by Chow Gozen on September 11,…
Many people barely notice crumbs. This was posted on Reddit -- Showerthoughts on May 28, 2018: "Crumbs are barely noticeable until you sleep on them and then it feels like a bunch of tiny…
"Remember when we were in school and had to run a mile in 8 minutes, then go to the next class like nothing ever happened?" is a saying that has been printed on many images. The saying…
"Marmalade" sounds like "mama laid," and there are jokes, usch as this riddle: Q: What did the chick say when his mum laid an orange? A: Look what marmalade. Versions of the…
"The world so broke you don't even find random money on the ground anymore" is a saying that has been printed on many images. People drop change all the time, and quarters and…
"Without rulers, who would pretend they're saving you while quietly selling you out?" (shown on an image) was posted on Facebook by Justin Winter on April 30, 2025. A similar image,…
"I see it. I like it. I want it. I check the price (tag). I put it back" is a shopping saying that has been printed on many images."I see it, I like it, I want it, I got it" is…