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  ,The Fascinating stories behind over 600 everyday words and phrases such as...,
, ,Shindig, - A veteran square dance caller will tell you that bruised shins result from the swigging feet of beginning dancers. A dance that leaves telltale marks on the lower legs of participants is a ,shindig,. ,Alibi, - The word is taken straight from Latin and means "elsewhere." The perfect "alibi" is to prove one was "elsewhere" when the deed was done., , And many more... 
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Why You Say It: The Fascinating Stories Behind Over 600 Everyday Words and Phrases