Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson 829. 88 English expressions that will confuse everyone (Part 3)
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Pea-souper Origins
- "Pea-souper" was inspired by London's thick, choking smogs.
- These smogs, compared to pea soup, were caused by burning fossil fuels.
The Great Smog of 1952
- The Great Smog of 1952 caused 4,000 immediate deaths and 8,000 subsequent deaths in London.
- This event prompted the Clean Air Act of 1956, which significantly improved air quality.
Pinch, Punch Ritual
- Say "Pinch, punch, first of the month" on the first day of each month.
- Add "No returns of any kind" to avoid a "Slap and a kick for being so quick".