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Everyday sayings with wild backstories

Turns out, phrases we toss around like “hold your horses” and “bite the bullet” have some pretty wild origins! From ancient Greek chariot races to battlefield surgeries without anesthesia, these idioms have survived centuries and totally changed meaning. And with pennies going extinct, are we about to start saying “a nickel for your thoughts”? It’s funny how language evolves with our lives. Got a favorite saying you’ve always wondered about, or one you think needs an update? Let’s swap stories and see which phrases deserve a modern twist! #Entertainment #Books #Idioms