John Steinbeck’s dog, Toby, ate half of the handwritten pages of Of Mice and Men in 1936. Steinbeck found humor in the situation and continued writing. Steinbeck was a lifelong dog lover and his original title for the book was Something That Happened. Of Mice and Men was banned from public schools due to its […]
The phrase “dog eat dog” refers to a ruthless mentality where causing harm to others is acceptable to achieve a goal. It is often used to describe challenging social situations, implying that all competitors are willing to fight to survive and thrive. This view justifies selfish and ruthless actions, with potential reward and risk of […]
“Eat your heart out” is an English idiom used to assert superiority or boast about one’s achievements. It is not meant to be taken literally, as the phrase refers to someone consumed with frustration. Idioms add color and expressiveness to language, and their meanings evolve through popular usage within a culture. The phrase can also […]
Marie Antoinette’s “Let them eat cake” phrase during the French Revolution may have been a misinterpretation. The phrase predates her reign and was possibly a rally against the exploitation of the poor. According to historical legend, Marie Antoinette’s cry: “Let them eat cake!” it was the straw that broke the camel’s back during the French […]
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