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279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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Origins of English Idioms

This chapter explores the origins of two English idioms: 'by the bullet' and 'cat got your tongue'. It discusses their historical contexts and theories behind their origins.

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