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What is the meaning and origin of the common phrase "the world is your oyster"?
Apr 19, 2011
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Did English ever have a "you" plural?
Apr 22, 2011
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"All The Best" vs "Best of Luck"
May 17, 2011
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Why is there a "riding" in "Little Red Riding Hood"?
May 1, 2011
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Word to describe "everyday things"
May 15, 2011
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Is there a word for a "promise breaker"?
Oct 5, 2011
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What does "it takes a tough man to make a tender chicken" mean?
May 9, 2011
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If Christopher is a "carrier of Christ" then what is Jennifer carrying? [closed]
Jun 21, 2011
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Is there a word for refusing to call things by their name out of fear?
May 24, 2011
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What would be the British English equivalent to "The Elements of Style"?
May 17, 2011
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The use of ci when specifying locations
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Che ne è di lei?
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Qual è migliore? vs Quale è migliore?
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What does "fa proprio un gran sangue" mean?
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How do day-traders or frequent traders handle their taxes?

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