Over The Hump

How do you get over the hump? “Over the hump” originated during World War II, specifically referring to the dangerous air route known as “The Hump.” It was an Allied air route over the eastern Himalayas. This route...

There’s More Than One Way to Skin A Cat

I’ve never tried to skin a cat. I really don’t know.  “The earliest alternate version appears in 1678, in John Ray’s collection of English proverbs as there are more ways to kill a dog than hanging, with the...

New Words you Should Know

Merriam-Webster regularly updates its dictionary. Here’s a few for you. Freestyle — an improvised performance especially of a rap. Street corn — grilled corn...

Sutton’s Law

Ever been called a Slick Willie? Willie Sutton was a fascinating guy. The original Slick Willie — he robbed more than 20 banks from 1927 to 1952. Then, after being incarcerated, he escaped three times from three different prisons, including once from...

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