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AE 1211 - Expression: Have an Axe to Grind

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Axe to Grind in Day to Day English

The expression is most likely originating from an essay called Who'll Turn Grindstones. It was written in 1810 by Charles Minor, editor of Pennsylvania's The Gleaner and La Zern Advertiser. In the original meaning it would be to have an ulterior motive for just showing them all this stuff. But yeah, I feel like personally I would use it when I have an issue with someone. I've got a problem with them that I need to resolve.

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