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In the gold mines of California, cash was in short supply. Miners would trade a pinch of gold dust for a drink. Bar owners wanted big burley men to tend bar and the common interview question was 'How much can you raise in a pinch?'
Source: History Channel - History's Mysteries - Ship of Gold
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What part of speech is pinch?
To pinch is a verb. "Pinch" as in the phrase "in a pinch" or as in "a pinch of salt", then pinch would be a noun.
How do you spell pinch?
That is the correct spelling of the word "pinch" (to tweak, or a small amount).
What is the plural of pinch?
The plural of pinch is pinches. e.g. For this recipe you will need two pinches of salt.
What is the geological definition of pinch out?
The geological definition of pinch out is thinning or shortening out. This can be used in reference to structural geology.
What is the cooking abbreviation for pinch?
it is pch.
Origin of How much can you raise in a pinch?
The phrase "How much can you raise in a pinch?" typically refers to the ability to quickly gather funds or resources in an urgent situation. The term "in a pinch" suggests a pressing need or emergency, while "raise" indicates the act of collecting or obtaining something, often money. This expression is commonly used in financial contexts, emphasizing the importance of quick thinking and resourcefulness when faced with unexpected challenges. Its origin lies in colloquial language, where "pinch" conveys a sense of being in a tight spot.
Do leprachauns pinch you at night?
i remember one night i might think that is a insect come to me or a leprechaun pinch me.
How much is a pinch in cooking?
A little bit, pinch some in your fingers and add.
How come when you pinch your nose it doesn't hurt but when other people pinch your nose it hurts?
well it hurts when i do it, but probably because they pinch it harder or have sharper nails or something...
How much is 'a tab' in cooking?
Just a pinch
How much salt is a pinch?
A pinch of salt is however much salt you can fit in between two fingers. This is normally a very small amount of salt.
How much is a dash?
== == A dash is considered by most to be 1/8th teaspoon. (a pinch is typically 1/2 of a dash) == == a few times more than a pinch a little more than a pinch a little more than a pinch
How much does 1 pinch of sugar weigh?
A 'pinch' is not a recognised measure- it depends on the size of your fingers,so is very innacccurate.
How much is a pinch of baking soda to make 10 oz's water alkaline?
about a pinch. unless you have small pinchers. then maybe two.
What part of speech is pinch?
To pinch is a verb. "Pinch" as in the phrase "in a pinch" or as in "a pinch of salt", then pinch would be a noun.
How much salt is in 116th of a teaspoon?
Probably about a half of a pinch.
What is a pinch runner?
A pinch runner is a substitute for a runner that is already on base. If player A is on second base and the manager decides to replace player A with player B, player B would be called a pinch runner.
