Tag: History of Sayings
Bite the Bullet: The Origin and Meaning
“Bite the Bullet” – a phrase that echoes resilience and courage finds its roots in a rather grim historical setting. In the days before adequate anesthesia, soldiers undergoing surgery bit on a bullet to endure the pain.
Count Your Blessings: The History and Meaning of the Saying
One widely known phrase woven into our language’s tapestry is “Count your blessings.”
