The Big Apple:

An etymological dictionary

Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 41,000 entries.

Wrong Coat Season

In the spring (March and April), it can be difficult to figure out what coat or jacket to wear. “Welcome to spring, where no matter what jacket you pick, you’re wrong” is a saying.…

“Life is short. Eat pizza”

"Life is short/uncertain. Eat dessert first" is a saying that became popular in the 1980s. Several variations exist, taking out "dessert" and inserting "pizza"…