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This tag is for questions about phrases in the linguistic sense. In linguistics a “phrase” is a group of words that make a unit of syntax with a single grammatical function. Use [phrase-requests] if you are searching for a phrase.
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What do they mean saying "thumping through the brush"?
"To thump", as defined by Merriam-Webster is:
to hit or beat something or someone and make a loud, deep sound
to beat forcefully
to walk or run with loud, heavy steps
Think of a male gorilla, thumpi …
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Should the phrase "Man up" be considered offensive?
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"The club have produced a handbook which highlights common slurs against race, religion, sexual orientation, gender and disability which could cause offence."
Man up, along wit …