Sport of Kings (polo nickname)
Horse racing is often called the "sport of kings," a term cited in print since at least the 1700s. The game of polo has been called the "sports of kings" since at least 1896,…
Hockey on Horseback (polo nickname)
The game of polo is frequently called "hockey on horseback." Both games use sticks to hit a ball (or puck) through a goal. "Hockey on horseback" has been cited in print since…
Republicreep (Republican + creep)
"Republicreep” (Republican + creep) is a derogatory term used by those who believe that Republicans are creeps. “Republicreep” has been cited in print since at least 1998. The…
Texas Burger (with pastrami)
There are many hamburger variations that are called a "Texas burger." A hamburger with mustard (and without ketchup) has been called a "Texas Burger." A "Texas Burger"…
“Just because you pour syrup on something doesn’t make it pancakes”
"Just because you pour/put syrup on something/shit doesn't make it pancakes" is a popular aphorism meaning that you can't cover up or disguise the truth. "Just 'cause…
“White on right” or “White to the right” (chess axiom)
"White (square) on (the) right" or "white (square) to the right" is a chess rhyme for setting up the chessboard. A light-colored square (usually white) must be on each…
Croak and Choke (insurance)
"Croak and choke" (or "choke and croak") is a slang name for the credit life insurance ("croak" means to die) and disability insurance ("choke") that's…
“Texas will again lift up its head, and stand among the nations” (Sam Houston)
A letter by Sam Houston (1793-1863) to William G. Harding on July 17, 1841 has been frequently reprinted in Texas quotation collections (where the quotation is slightly edited): "If the next…
“When I die, bury me in Chicago because I want to remain politically active”
Political humorist Mort Sahl's website lists a popular joke of his (referring to voter fraud in the 1960 presidential election): "I've arranged with my executor to be buried in…
Absolutely Pathetic (Associated Press or AP nickname)
The Associated Press (AP) is a news agency founded in 1846 and headquartered in New York City. The derogatory AP nickname of "Absolutely Pathetic" has been cited in print since at least…
Mainly Socialist Media (Main Stream Media or MSM nickname)
"Mainly Socialist Media" (MSM) is an unflattering nickname that some have applied to the "mainstream media" (MSM). "Mainly Socialist Media" (cited in print since at…
“Quigley’s Law: Whoever has any authority over you, no matter how small, will attempt to use it”
"Quigley's Law: Whoever has any authority over you, no matter how small, will attempt to use it" has appeared on many Internet sites since its inclusion in The New Official Rules…
“I’m not drinking anymore (but I’m not drinking any less, either)”
"I'm not drinking anymore (any more) -- but I'm not drinking any less, either" is a joke that has been attributed to New York City-born comedian Joe E. Lewis (1902-1971), singer…
“A good plan today is better than a perfect plan tomorrow”
Voltaire (1694-1778) is credited with "the best is the enemy of the good." Prussian military theorist Carl von Clausewitz (1780-1831) is credited with "The greatest enemy of a good…
Ameritopia (America + utopia)
Conservative radio talk show host Mark Levin used the invented name of "Ameritopia" (America + utopia) to title his book Ameritopia: The Unmaking of America (2012). There are citations…
“The first myth of management is that it exists”
Business author Robert Heller coined a popular management saying (later named "Heller's Law") with the subtitle of his book, The Great Executive Dream: The first myth of management…
“Lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency for me”
"Lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency for me" is a popular business saying that has been put on gift items such as posters and plaques, and that has appeared on…
“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things”
"Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things" has been credited to management consultant and author Peter Drucker (1909-2005), who said something like this…
“Don’t do anything yourself that someone else can do for you”
"Don't do anything yourself that someone else can do for you" is a quote that was attributed to Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933) in June 1929. In The American Magazine and in his…
“People who love to eat are always the best people” (Julia Child)
"People who love to eat are always the best people" was written by American chef and author Julia Child (1912-2004) to her friend Avis DeVoto on January 5, 1953. The quotation wasn't…