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Why We Say That

Why We Say That

De : Ellie Macdonald
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 Why do we say, "break a leg"? What does it mean to be “caught red-handed”? Have you ever wondered where certain idioms, phrases, and sayings come from? Why We Say That uncovers the fascinating and sometimes downright bizarre meanings behind the phrases we use every single day.© 2023 Why We Say That Apprentissage des langues Sciences sociales
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