The Dictionary of Clichas: A Word Lover's Guide to 4,000 Overused Phrases and Almost-Pleasing Platitudes
The Dictionary of Clichas: A Word Lover's Guide to 4,000 Overused Phrases and Almost-Pleasing Platitudes
Ammer, Christine
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Condition: New, UPC: 9781626360112, Publication Date: Fri, November 1, 2013, Type: Paperback ,
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2The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clich s features more than four thousand unique clich s and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an insightful example.

Some of the clich s brought into the limelight include:

- Blood is thicker than water
- Monkey see, monkey do
- Brass tacks
- Burn the midnight oil
- Change of heart
- Moral fiber
- By the book

Whether clich s get under your skin or make you happy as a clam, The Dictionary of Clich s goes the extra mile to provide an essential resource for students, teachers, writers, and anyone with a keen interest in language. And that's food for thought.

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