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Chaperone at a dance or party [147] fish 1. First timer in prison i.e. a new fish [166] 2. Heavy drinker e.g. You drink like a fish [166] flaming youth In the 1920s, the term referred to a group of young men known for their wild and flamboyant behavior; Male counterpart to a flapper; see cake eater [167]
Pages in category "1920s quotations" The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. B. Better dead than red; G.
The group that would become the Round Table began meeting in June 1919 as the result of a practical joke carried out by theatrical press agent John Peter Toohey.Toohey, annoyed at The New York Times drama critic Alexander Woollcott for refusing to plug one of Toohey's clients (Eugene O'Neill) in his column, organized a luncheon supposedly to welcome Woollcott back from World War I, where he ...
Ball games: To remain alert. In most games involving balls, it is important for players to keep track of the ball. AHDI dates to circa 1900. [37] keep the ball rolling (keep the ball bowling) Some ball games: To keep a conversation or endeavour from flagging. In some games, the ball must be kept moving or play stops.
"A chicken in every pot and a car in every garage" – Commonly cited version of a claim asserted in a Republican Party flier on behalf of the 1928 U.S. presidential campaign of Herbert Hoover. [12] "Honest. Able. Fearless." – Al Smith "All for 'Al' and 'Al' for All." – Al Smith "Make your wet dreams come true."
Share and reflect on these powerful, inspiring Juneteenth quotes and messages from Black politicians, activists, authors, and artists for the June 19 holiday.
The Games simply reveal what is already within you. That scarcest—and most precious—of the world’s resources: character. A spirit—of fortitude and perseverance that can never be defeated.
These are not merely catchy sayings. Even though some sources may identify a phrase as a catchphrase, this list is for those that meet the definition given in the lead section of the catchphrase article and are notable for their widespread use within the culture. This list is distinct from the list of political catchphrases.