Proverbs 14:23 states: "all hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty" (NIV)
The idiom "talk is cheap" originated in the early 20th century and means that it is easy for someone to say they will do something, but actions speak louder than words. It implies that words alone are not enough to prove a commitment or intention.
The origin of the idiom "lost your mind" can be traced to the early 1800s, where "mind" is used metaphorically to refer to one's sanity or mental faculties. The phrase implies that someone is irrational or behaving in a way that suggests they have lost their mental clarity.
The idiom "twelvemonth" comes from Old English, where it referred to a period of twelve months or a year. Over time, it evolved into a more formal or poetic way of saying "year."
The origin of the idiom 'fudging the truth' is unclear, but it likely comes from the verb 'fudge,' which originally meant to fit or adjust something improperly. Over time, 'fudging' came to imply manipulating or distorting the truth in a deceitful manner.
"To blow one's own trumpet" is an idiom that means to boast or boastfully talk about one's achievements or qualities.
The idiom "look before you leap" dates back to medieval times and emphasizes the importance of considering the consequences of your actions before you act. It aims to encourage people to think ahead and make informed decisions rather than acting impulsively.
'Talk is cheap' is a proverb; a proverb is a little story with a moral message. An idiom is a phrase that makes no sense unless you already know the definition - this phrase does make perfect sense.
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"To be cheeky" IS an idiom. It means to sass or talk back.
The idiom "twelvemonth" comes from Old English, where it referred to a period of twelve months or a year. Over time, it evolved into a more formal or poetic way of saying "year."
The idiom "to brain someone" is thought to have originated from the idea of using one's brain as a weapon to strike or hurt someone. It is a figurative expression that means to hit or strike someone on the head with great force.
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