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“Son of a Gun & Steal My Thunder” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions

“Son of a Gun & Steal My Thunder” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions

Update: 2024-12-20
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On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language. The book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases.

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