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Who was the first to "paint the town red"? | IDIOM ORIGINS
Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
Unpacking the Origins of 'By the Skin of Your Teeth'
This chapter explores the origins of the idiom 'by the skin of your teeth,' tracing its roots back to the Book of Job. The speakers illustrate its transition over time, particularly its association with narrow escapes as highlighted in a 1940s play.
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