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phoenix3110
does anyone know where the saying the whole nine yards comes from? thanks
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JackHerrity
Where did the expression the whole nine yards come from
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hedge
where does the expression the whole nine yards originate from? thanks hedge
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saoirs
6d in just a second at least this one should cover the whole nine yards [8]?p?i?t?r 2d after 3000 years can the city now be as then reconstructed [6] ?t?e?? 12a such is the fear that is foreign among...
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SparklyKid
Lovely day once more. Just back from spar and guess what. Toilet rolls and kitchen rolls. One chap in the queue was sporting a black eye. I am sure he did not have when he walked in. Running out of...
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cbarzo
Not sure if I've spelled biffter correctly - one f or two ff's. I've taken it to me something like "the whole nine yards" and in a reference to a full breakfast as in "we had the full...
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ma
I know that this has probably been round the block a few times. My tuppence worth: it's probably got to do with a humpback whales' pink floyd, todger or whatever you may call it. I believe it measures...
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divanac
where does the saying come from?
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Rondy
A scratch golfer hits his ball three hundred yards straight down the fairway, and it hits a sprinkler and careens off into the woods. He finds the ball, but trees surround it. He is cheesed off, says...
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annominous
I live on a private road which is a cul-de -sac. There are nine other households that have a right to use the road. It is the only access to their homes. Each home-owner owns the section of the road...

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JackHerrity
Where did the expression the whole nine yards come from
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6RCS27@CW
Am I correct in assuming that this phrase ie give him the whole 9yds originated in the First World War as my grandfatrher who fought at Gallipoli used to sat it with monotonous regularity comes from...
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wyrfoa
Where does the saying 'Give it the full 9 yards' originate from?
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marybank
The phrase 'step up to the plate' is heard often now. Where did it originate, and why has it become so popular in recent times.
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divanac
where does the saying come from?
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pirwany
What is the story behind being "on Cloud 9" when someone is very happy?
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Birchy
What's "dressing to the nines" originate from"
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divanac
where does the saying come from?
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Munden
Can anyone help with this scene from a movie, please? She irons; he stands. She reminds him they have been together for 6 months and have done nothing they must hide. they look at each other. The...
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Lacey2709
My most embarrassing time was when I was training to be an Olympic Lifter.  My coach had me lift in front of 20 odd people to get used to being stared at.  I was warmed up and ready for my...
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divanac
where does the saying come from?
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divanac
where does the saying come from?
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ma
I know that this has probably been round the block a few times. My tuppence worth: it's probably got to do with a humpback whales' pink floyd, todger or whatever you may call it. I believe it measures...
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LadyCG
And do you think it's worth it? Finally, any good recommendations on what to watch. Thanks, as always....
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Barsel
So, my fridge has finally packed up and I have to decide whether or not to try and get it repaired or buy a new one and I need help deciding please. If I were to call out the repair man, it's £25 call...
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royfromaus
I usually keep out of the trans discussions but this had me face-palming. https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/teesside-woman-accused-using-sex-22260053 She is charged with committing a...
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dazza89
9 in film and TV titles. T W N Y
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dazza89
9 in film and TV titles. T W N Y
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buster2
Ditloid T W N Y theme is the number nine in film and tv shows titles
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buster2
Ditloid T W N Y theme is the number nine in film and tv shows titles

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Are 'live'concerts value for money

The concept of value is a tricky one to pin down in any financial transaction. It comes down to the notion of what people want, and what they are willing to pay for it. If you are a massive fan of an01:00 Mon 25th Jun 2001

Can you reccomend a typical David Bowie album

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I'm a recent convert to the music of David Bowie, can you recomend a typical album

In a word ' no, because there is no such thing as a 'typical' David Bowie album! OK, well, I've picked up on the Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars album, so where should I01:00 Mon 16th Jul 2001

Who was the last Prime Minister to be assassinated

A. The unfortunate premier was Spencer Perceval, a Tory. Q. What happened A. Perceval was shot as he passed through the lobby of the House of Commons by John Bellingham on 11 May, 1812. He was01:00 Mon 21st May 2001

When was the first Grand National

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