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Allan, Edward Jay – 1982
A guide to several hundred common American idioms and slang phrases such as "to get something straight,""to mooch," and "in the bag" provides definitions, examples of usage, variations, and explanations when appropriate. A list of common abbreviations, such as "ASAP," and their referents is also included. (MSE)
Descriptors: Abbreviations, Definitions, Idioms, Language Usage
