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Comprised of: older than many people think

May 26, 2026 - pdf

“Comprised of” has been used for centuries in English. Some editors still prefer “composed of,” but the phrase is well established.

Champagne is a place before it is a drink

May 26, 2026 - pdf

Champagne is first a region in France. Only sparkling wine made there under strict rules can legally use the name Champagne.

What “done to a turn” means, and where it comes from

May 26, 2026 - pdf

“Done to a turn” first referred to meat roasted perfectly by careful turning. Now it can also mean done with exact skill or precision.

100 Terms Every Visitor to the U.S. Should Know

May 26, 2026

Learn 100 essential U.S. terms for travel, shopping, dining, directions, emergencies, forms, and everyday conversations during your visit.

The origin of “take someone down a peg”

May 26, 2026 - pdf

This phrase started with literal pegs used to mark rank. Lowering a peg lowered status, which led to today’s figurative meaning.

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