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The phrase "play hooky" meant to 'not go to school'. The origin seems to be with the Amish in Iowa -- at least that is where I learned it. Amish go to school only until 6th grade. They also use hooks and eyes for their clothing, rather than buttons. So the Amish were always referred to as "hookies" by others 'the English' as we were called. So to be like the Amish and not go to school was to play (like a) hookie.
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What is the origin of the phrase ram page?
There is no such phrase. There is a word rampage. It is of Scottish origin, perhaps from RAMP, to rear up.
What is the origin of the phrase hey presto?
The Spanish for "I have put" is he puesto, could this be the origin?
What is the origin of the phrase arm pit?
It's not a phrase, and it's one word "armpit". Origin is from Old English earm "arm" and pytt "hole in the ground".
What is the preposition phrase in she was bored with the play?
"with the play" is the prepositional phrase.
What is the origin of the phrase make a killing?
make a killing
What actors and actresses appeared in Play Hooky - 1920?
The cast of Play Hooky - 1920 includes: Billy Franey as The Fisherman
Why did Tom play hooky?
because he felt like
How do I miss school tomorrow?
Just play hooky; it works in the movies. :)
Where did the term Hooky Street originate?
The term "Hooky Street" originated from the popular British sitcom "Only Fools and Horses." In the show, Hooky Street is the fictional location of the market stall run by the main characters Del Boy and Rodney Trotter. The street name is a play on words, as "hooky" is slang for something that is stolen or obtained illegally, reflecting the characters' often dubious dealings. The show's creator, John Sullivan, chose the name as a nod to the characters' dodgy dealings and the comedic situations that arise from them.
When was Hooky the Cripple created?
Hooky the Cripple was created in 2002.
What is the origin of the phrase eat you?
There is no such phrase as "eat you".
When was Fish Hooky created?
Fish Hooky was created on 1933-01-28.
What is the origin of the phrase 'to rise against'?
The phrase "to rise against" was used in the play Hamletby William Shakespeare. It is in the soliloquy "to be or not to be..." It was probably used as a phrase on occasion before that, but this use made it very well known.
What is the origin of the phrase ram page?
There is no such phrase. There is a word rampage. It is of Scottish origin, perhaps from RAMP, to rear up.
What phrase of a Greek origin means the common people?
The phrase of Greek origin referring to the common people is "hoi polloi."
What is the origin of the phrase on the rocks?
"on the rocks"
What does hooky mean in Stargirl?
Hooky is slang for not going to school, or work...etc. It's like skipping, or truancy.
