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Yinzer | 10:19 Sun 29th Aug 2004 | Phrases & Sayings
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Where did the saying "three sheets to the wind" come from and why?
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If you click here, that will link you to a web-page which explains.
10:36 Sun 29th Aug 2004
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Hey thanks!
20:31 Sun 29th Aug 2004
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Nice link Quizmonster, I always understood it to mean when the sheets are released, accidently or deliberately, the ship is no longer under control. I have been guilty of the condition on land and sea lol
04:58 Mon 30th Aug 2004
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You and me both, mate! Cheers
10:32 Mon 30th Aug 2004

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