Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 41,000 entries.
Is writing on X/Twitter like a castaway on a desert island, sending off a message in a bottle? "Twitter is like a virtual message in a bottle. We fling it into the digital ocean and hope…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
"He who saves his Country does not violate any Law" was posted on X/Twitter by U.S. President Donald J. Trump on February 15, 2025. "Who saves his country violates no law. --…
"He who saves his Country does not violate any Law" was posted on X/Twitter by U.S. President Donald J. Trump on February 15, 2025. "Who saves his country violates no law. --…
"He who saves his Country does not violate any Law" was posted on X/Twitter by U.S. President Donald J. Trump on February 15, 2025. "Who saves his country violates no law. --…
To "walk on eggshells" is an expression meaning to be overly careful. Eggshells are easily broken. In some economies (such as during a bird flu), eggs (and egg shells) can be expensive,…
To "walk on eggshells" is an expression meaning to be overly careful. Eggshells are easily broken. In some economies (such as during a bird flu), eggs (and egg shells) can be expensive,…
Breakfast is often called "the most important meal of the day." Many people drink alcohol the night before, making breakfast even more important. "RT @JimmerThatisAll: Breakfast is…
Does exercise help the mind with decision-making? A joke is: "I was told that exercise helps with your decision making. It's true. After going to the gym earlier, I've decided…
Does exercise help the mind with decision-making? A joke is: "I was told that exercise helps with your decision making. It's true. After going to the gym earlier, I've decided…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
A sandwich is often cut in half, and people have several feelings about the second half of the sandwich. "The Second half of a sandwich is always the best piece" was posted on X/Twitter…
"I used to mix (up) metaphors, but that ship has flown" is a jocular combination of "that ship has sailed" and "that bird has flown." "I used to mix metaphors but…
"I used to mix (up) metaphors, but that ship has flown" is a jocular combination of "that ship has sailed" and "that bird has flown." "I used to mix metaphors but…
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was established in 2025 and sought to cut government costs, such as money to NGOs. Many people wondered why a non-governmental organization (NGO)…