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Curious Phrases (Collins Dictionary of)

By (author) Leslie Dunkling





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The ebook edition of the Collins Dictionary of Curious Phrases is an updated and revised version of Leslie Dunkling’s classic work on curious and baffling phrases. This edition contains a selection of new phrases and explanations. It is redesigned to make it easier to use and will also contain references to internet sites where readers will be able to find out yet more about the curious phrases we use. A guide to the original meaning of metaphorical phrases in common use Invaluable for the general reader, speechwriter or for anyone interested in language or popular culture Phrases explained include ‘kick the bucket’, ‘scream blue murder’, ‘a hair of the dog’, ‘cat’s pyjamas’, ‘brass tacks’ and ‘red herrings’

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Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers
Published date | 18 Dec 2014
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Format | Digital download
Pages | 320
Dimensions | 0 x 0 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-0-0075-9812-0
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BISAC | reference / quotations

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