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The idiom "split hairs" originates from the practice of literally dividing a hair into fine strands, which symbolizes excessive precision or nitpicking. This phrase suggests that someone is focusing on trivial details rather than addressing the broader issue at hand. Its usage can be traced back to at least the 16th century, reflecting a long-standing tendency to criticize overly meticulous arguments or distinctions.
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What is the birth name of Ben Idom?
Ben Idom's birth name is Benjamin Carter Idom.
What is the etymology of the idiom split hairs?
"making over-nice distinctions," by 1739, from hair + verbal noun from split (v.). To split hairs "make over-fine distinctions" is first recorded 1650s, as to cut the hair.
How tall is Ben Idom?
Ben Idom is 5' 11".
What nicknames does Ben Idom go by?
Ben Idom goes by Boo.
What does the idiom splitting hairs mean?
Split Hairs - to argue about small, unimportant differences Origin: Shakespeare used this expression in the 1600s in one of his plays and "splitting hairs" has been widely used since.
What happens when the tips of your hairs start to split apart?
nothing it just means u have split ends and need to cut them off
When was Ben Idom born?
Ben Idom was born on April 24, 1984, in Longview, Texas, USA.
When did Roy Idom die?
Roy Idom died in February 1983, in Caddo County, Louisiana, USA.
When was Roy Idom born?
Roy Idom was born on September 10, 1907, in Cass County, Texas, USA.
What does the phrase split hairs mean?
This means that someone is being really picky about details - if you split a hair, you're making a really tiny half-hair, so the image is of the person being that picky to be sure that the tiny hairs are all in place.
What does the idom cats on hot bricks mean?
anxious
Why are barbers so annoying this is a riddle?
1. Perhaps they are so hair brained. 2. They always like to split hairs.
