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The saying comes from World War Two when every piece of metal was used in the war effort. This left homeowners with nothing but their kitchen sink which was made of porcelain.
Everything but the kitchen sink comes from World War II where people were asked to contribute locally to the war. All metal was used and the only objects left out were porcelain (kitchen) sinks.
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What does the idiom everything but the sink mean?
It's "everything but the kitchen sink" and it's just a humorous way of saying that nearly everything was there in that situation.
Everything in the kitchen sink except the nucleus?
Everything in the kitchen sink would include various objects like dishes, utensils, and food scraps. The nucleus, as the central part of an atom, would not be found in a kitchen sink.
What does 'everything but the kitchen sink' mean?
It's a slang-y way to say you had way more stuff than you needed -- you had everything you could possibly have (except your kitchen sink).
What are the release dates for Bath Crashers - 2010 Everything AND the Kitchen Sink 4-6?
Bath Crashers - 2010 Everything AND the Kitchen Sink 4-6 was released on: USA: 2011
What to pack for a 9 day cruise?
everything but the kitchen sink
Where did the word 'kitchen' come from?
The English word kitchen derives from the Old English cycene, from Western Germanic*kocina, a variation of the Latin coquina.The phrase "Everything but the kitchen sink" refers to intense bobardment, WWII.
What does 'everything including the kitchen sink' mean?
It just means everything (or if someone has gone over the top with something)
What is the capacity of a large kitchen sink in gallons?
A large double kitchen sink will hold about 12 gallons
What do you call everything in the kitchen sink except the nucleus?
Everything in the kitchen sink except the nucleus is known as the cytoplasm. The cytoplasm is a jelly-like substance that fills the space in the cell where organelles are found. It is responsible for supporting and protecting the organelles within the cell.
How much mls fill a kitchen sink?
How big is the kitchen sink
What is the volume of a kitchen sink in quarts?
It depends on sink. Kitchen sink is a very generic term, not all kitchen sinks have the same size,
Can I install a single sink instead of a double sink in my kitchen?
Yes, you can install a single sink instead of a double sink in your kitchen.
