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to spend a penny
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to break wind
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to answer the call of nature
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to cut the cheese
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pit stop
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to take a leak
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to hold one's water
to spend a penny
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/spˈɛnd ɐ pˈɛni/
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to discharge urine from one's body

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I've been holding it in for a while; I really need to spend a penny.
Excuse me, I must spend a penny before we continue our journey.
What is the origin of the idiom "spend a penny" and when to use it?

The idiom "spend a penny" originates from British English and is closely associated with the concept of public restrooms, particularly pay toilets. The expression became popular in the mid-20th century when public toilets in the United Kingdom required a one-penny coin (a British penny) for access. To use these facilities, individuals had to "spend a penny" by inserting a coin into the turnstile or lock mechanism, allowing them entry. Over time, the term has extended beyond its literal meaning to indicate the need to urinate or use the toilet in a more general sense.

to break wind
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/bɹˈeɪk wˈɪnd/
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to release gas from one's bowels through one's anus

to answer the call of nature
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/ˈænsɚɹ oʊbˈeɪ ðə kˈɔːl ʌv nˈeɪtʃɚ/
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to go to a bathroom in order to satisfy one's natural urge by urinating or defecating

What is the origin of the idiom "answer the call of nature" and when to use it?

The idiom "answer the call of nature" is used to refer to the instinctual need to attend to biological functions, such as using the restroom, due to the body's natural urges. The idiom originated from the idea that nature itself "calls" a person to respond to these bodily needs, and one must heed this call promptly.

to cut the cheese
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/kˈʌt ðə tʃˈiːz/
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to emit wind from one's anus

What is the origin of the idiom "cut the cheese" and when to use it?

The idiom "cut the cheese" is used as a humorous and informal way to describe the act of passing gas. The origin of this phrase is somewhat unclear, but it is thought to have developed as a playful expression to discuss an otherwise socially awkward or embarrassing bodily function. The use of "cut" implies the release of gas, and "cheese" might be a reference to the odor associated with flatulence, likening it to the smell of cheese.

pit stop
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/pˈɪt stˈɑːp/
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Idiom
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a short stop in the middle of a trip to refuel, eat some food, use a restroom, or just get some rest

What is the origin of the idiom "pit stop" and when to use it?

The idiom "pit stop" finds its origin in the world of motorsports, particularly in the context of car racing. During a race, drivers make "pit stops" to refuel, change tires, make necessary repairs, and perform quick maintenance on their vehicles. These stops are essential for the driver's performance and the car's overall functionality. Over time, the term has been adopted into everyday language to describe any brief stop made during a journey, whether for refueling, eating, using a restroom, or getting some rest.

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to take a leak
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/tˈeɪk ɐ lˈiːk/
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to get rid of waste liquid from one's body

What is the origin of the idiom "take a leak" and when to use it?

The idiom "take a leak" is an informal expression used to describe the act of urinating. It is a way of discussing a natural bodily function. The term "leak" suggests the release of liquid, in this case, urine. While the exact origin of the phrase is not well-documented, it is thought to have evolved as a lighthearted and discreet way to reference the need to urinate without being overly explicit.

to hold one's water
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/hˈoʊld wˈʌnz wˈɔːɾɚ/
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Informal

to resist the urge to pass urine

What is the origin of the idiom "hold one's water" and when to use it?

The idiom "hold one's water" is believed to have originated from a time when people had to physically carry or transport water from a source to their homes. This expression has since evolved to describe the act of resisting the urge to urinate, typically due to a lack of immediate restroom facilities.

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