Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 41,000 entries.
Rolling Stone magazine began in New York City in 1967. Although "Big Apple" was popular in jazz music, Rolling Stone mostly reported on rock music. A letter by "Fly Paper" about…
Rolling Stone magazine began in New York City in 1967. Although "Big Apple" was popular in jazz music, Rolling Stone mostly reported on rock music. A letter by "Fly Paper" about…
There is no "sir up" in "syrup," but there are jokes. "'What's up sir?' ...'the opposite of syrup?'" was posted on Twitter by Derek on January…
"High definition" has nothing to do with getting high and reading a dictionary, but there are jokes. "RT @RickieJacobs These rappers try to take my recognition/ We smoke weed then…
Frozen margaritas (or "margs") were invented in Texas, and they are still popular there. "Frozen margaritas are just smoothies for Texans" was posted on Twitter by Sorry,…
Frozen margaritas (or "margs") were invented in Texas, and they are still popular there. "Frozen margaritas are just smoothies for Texans" was posted on Twitter by Sorry,…
Oreos are a trademarked brand of sandwich cookies that were invented in the United States. British call cookies "biscuits." "Just heard a British person call Oreos 'chocolate…
"Why did the chicken cross the road?"/"To get to the other side" is a classic riddle from the 19th century. An illusionist version is: Q: Why did the illusionist cross the…
"New dieting tip! just fill up your car's fuel tank and you won't be able to afford groceries! good luck!!!! was posted on Twitter by KD on March 27, 2013. In March 2022, gas prices…
Cappuccino is a popular coffee drink. "Catchupino" or "catchupcino" (catch up + cappuccino) is a jocular term based on a similar sound. "Yup, over a cup of…
"Happy Women's Day to Alexa and Siri, the only women who listen to men!" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. Alexa and Siri are virtual assistants with female…
"Happy Women's Day to Alexa and Siri, the only women who listen to men!" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. Alexa and Siri are virtual assistants with female…
"Happy Women's Day to Alexa and Siri, the only women who listen to men!" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. Alexa and Siri are virtual assistants with female…
"Tokambrian" (token + Cambrian) is a term that was coined by TwitterSal the Agorist@SallyMayweatherThe most obvious black swan rn is the tokenization of everything; a real Tokambrian…
Hash browns (hashbrowns) have been called "breakfast french fries." Many people frown on having french fries for breakfast, but find having hash browns for breakfast to be socially…
Hash browns (hashbrowns) have been called "breakfast french fries." Many people frown on having french fries for breakfast, but find having hash browns for breakfast to be socially…
Hash browns (hashbrowns) have been called "breakfast french fries." Many people frown on having french fries for breakfast, but find having hash browns for breakfast to be socially…
Hash browns (hashbrowns) have been called "breakfast french fries." Many people frown on having french fries for breakfast, but find having hash browns for breakfast to be socially…
Entry in progress -- BP Wikipedia: Pledge of AllegianceBalch pledgeAn early pledge was created in 1887 by Captain George T. Balch, a veteran of the Civil War, who later became auditor of the New…
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic resulted in many lockdowns and reopenings. Many people believed that the lockdowns were unnecessary. "Praising the government for reopening your state is…