So to speak : 11,000 expressions that'll knock your socks off
by Kobliner, Shirly (Author), Kobliner, Harold (Author)
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"Engage with everyday expressions in a completely different (and fun!) way, with this entertaining and interactive book of common phrases that can turn a humdrum gathering into a raucous game night. We use expressions all the time. When you feel sick, you're "under the weather." When you feel great,... Full description
Summary: |
"Engage with everyday expressions in a completely different (and fun!) way, with this entertaining and interactive book of common phrases that can turn a humdrum gathering into a raucous game night. We use expressions all the time. When you feel sick, you're "under the weather." When you feel great, you're "on top of the world." You may be fine with "half a loaf," or you may insist on "the whole enchilada." But whether you're a "smart cookie" or a tough one, you-and almost everyone you know-have a veritable smorgasbord of expressions stored deep in your brain"-- |
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Physical Description: |
269 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 24 cm |
ISBN: |
9781982163761 1982163763 |
Author Notes: |
Harold Kobliner received his PhD from New York University's School of Education and became principal of the award-winning Marie Curie Junior High School in Queens, New York. He was also chairman of the Board of Examiners, the independent agency that created and administered tests to teachers, principals, and superintendents throughout New York City. He was named the US Army's Soldier of the Month for creating a program for soldiers to earn high school diplomas. |