chilly

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overcrowded

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refreshed

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dysfunctional

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open-ended

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downward spiral

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nasty

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drawn-out

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immobile

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The idiom "a thing of the past" is used to suggest that something no longer exists, is no longer relevant, or has become outdated or obsolete. The expression likely originates from the idea that as time progresses, new things replace or supersede the old, making them seem distant or no longer part of the present.

What is the origin of the idiom "a thing of the past" and when to use it?

a thing of the past

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disposable

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beyond recognition

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running

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unprecedented

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made-to-measure

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arid

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on track

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tight

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airborne

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impending

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top-of-the-form

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home from home

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The origin of the idiom "room to swing a cat" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the practice of sailors on ships who would use the cat o' nine tails (a type of whip) for punishment. Due to the limited space on board, the expression developed to describe a confined or cramped space where it would be difficult to swing such an instrument fully. Over time, it has evolved to be used figuratively to describe a small or restricted area.

What is the origin of the idiom "room to swing a cat" and when to use it?

room to swing a cat

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The idiom "a stone's throw" originates from the idea that one can throw a stone or small object only a short distance. It has been used since the 16th century to describe something nearby. This idiom is commonly used to indicate that something is very close or a short distance away, typically within easy reach.

What is the origin of the idiom "a stone's throw" and when to use it?

a stone's throw

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watertight

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sluggish

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The idiom "vicious circle" is used to refer to a self-perpetuating or self-reinforcing sequence of events or situations where one problem leads to another, and these issues continue to worsen each other in an unending loop. Its origin is related to the idea of a circle with harmful qualities, where each part of the circle reinforces the negative impact of the others.

What is the origin of the idiom "vicious circle" and when to use it?

vicious (circle|cycle)

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fleeting

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irreversible

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to stand up to

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innocence

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warring

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State & Condition