279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Origin and Meaning of 'Bite the Bullet'
Exploring the fascinating origins of the phrase 'bite the bullet' and its evolution to mean doing something unpleasant but necessary, including its connection to medical practices and the Indian Mutiny.
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