“Make no bones about it” once meant to raise no objections or hesitation. Over time, it came to mean speaking plainly and directly.
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Advanced Nominalisation Exercise
Level: C1 Advanced; Topic: Nominalisation; Exactly one blank per sentence.
The origin of “a wolf in sheep’s clothing”
This famous phrase comes from an ancient fable and the Bible, and it still warns us not to trust appearances too quickly.
Why malapropism is named after Mrs. Malaprop
The word malapropism comes from Mrs. Malaprop, a comic character known for using similar sounding words incorrectly.
100 Backhanded Compliments
Spot 100 backhanded compliments fast, learn what they really mean, and use simple responses to protect your confidence and stay in control.