A Hog on IceFrom mad as a wet hen to corn dodger and hobgoblin, Charles Funks collections of curious words and expressions are a treasure trove of word origin. Where did expressions like this come from anyway? Now finally well know what letting the cat out of the bag or going on wild goose chase refers to. In this fun collection of over 400 curious expressions and sayings, Dr. Funk explains the meanings that we use in everyday speech without even thinking about

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