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As I’ve mentioned 15 times before, I like seeking out the possible origins of the many strange sayings and phrases that frequently pop up in every day use of the English language, but pretty much go unnoticed and are largely taken for granted.

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Isaiah Buse has served as the publisher of the Houston Herald since 2023. He started with the organization in 2019, and achieved a bachelor's degree in business administration in 2023. He serves on the...