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Cold and frog in throat

I love colourful phrases as they can be so visual in nature. The expression has only been around since the late 1800’s. It was made common place when an 1894 throat lozenges advertising campaign made the claim that “The Taylor Bros. say that ‘Frog in the Throat’ will cure hoarseness. 10 cents and box.”

Lozenge advertisement

What’s your favourite expression or phrase?

4 Comments

  • Carrie Rubin says:

    As always happens when trying to think of a favorite, I can’t come up with anything. Oh for crying out loud. There you go. Not necessarily my favorite, but it came to mind. 😉

    • Marti says:

      Not a bad one, your choice is probably a reflection of your predicament. 🙂 As always, thanks for making the effort to contribute, even when faced with a blank wall