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1 trivia quiz  Original Objects coolicon
The meaning of these prepositional phrases has evolved over time. Do you know the original "object" of the preposition? I'll PLANT a hint for the next question in each question the way I?ve PLANTED a hint for my first question in this sentence.
 Tough 10Q
4938 plays
 Oct 31 04
uglybird editor
2 trivia quiz  Clich?s Taken Literally icon
You know the meaning of the clich? but how about the meaning of the individual words? Demonstrate your mastery of the vocabulary of clich?s as you answer questions dependent on the literal meanings of the individual words (utilizing my GENEROUS HINTS).
 Tough 10Q
8517 plays
 Jun 04 04
uglybird editor
3 trivia quiz  Nationality Words In Idioms icon
In idioms we often refer to nationalities. A ludicrously incongruous statement may be called an "Irish bull", and drink-induced courage may be termed "Dutch courage". This quiz is about similar nationality-linked idioms.
 Average 10Q
11328 plays
 Nov 16 02
flem-ish
4 trivia quiz  In Other Words icon
All of us are familiar with the old cliches---after all, they're "as plain as the nose on your face." But, let's see if we can figure out what they are when they are stated in unfamiliar terms. Let's go.
 Easy 10Q
570 plays
 Oct 03 08
bassman68 gold
5 trivia quiz  Origin Of Phrases coolicon
You have heard, and no doubt used, the phrases within this quiz. But do you actually know how the phrase originated? Let's find out. The base source for my answers is "A Pig In A Poke" published 2003.
 Difficult 10Q
867 plays
 Mar 25 07
simon_templar
6 trivia quiz  Some Devilish Idioms coolicon
The devil is fairly popular in idiomatic phrases... Which of these devilish idioms do you know?
 Easy 10Q
1437 plays
 Apr 18 08
thegogga
7 trivia quiz  In Bed with Idioms coolicon
There are several idioms and proverbs that we use today that refer to beds. How many of them do you know?
 Very Easy 10Q
1626 plays
 May 21 08
thegogga
8 trivia quiz  Words In Custody coolicon
English usage imposes limits on the company some words usually keep. Aspersions are most often "cast", and there is seldom "kith" without "kin". See if you know which word seems to be the constant (or at least frequent) companion of the other.
 Average 10Q
3375 plays
 Jun 07 04
uglybird editor
9 trivia quiz  Slinging Hash at the Diner coolicon
It's a shame that there aren't many diners around anymore, at least not where I live. They were so rich in atmosphere, including their own colourful lingo that was yelled back and forth between waitress and cook. Can you figure out what it all meant?
 Average 10Q
2823 plays
 Apr 10 04
skunkee editor
10 trivia quiz  From An Apple A Day to Zip It, It's Idioms A-Z coolicon
I don't know why, but I always like hearing different idioms and learning about them. Here's how it works: you fill in the blank of the sentence by choosing what choice it is.
 Very Easy 25Q
2934 plays
 Jun 14 07
HotShot_SS gold
11 trivia quiz  Colorful Phrases icon
This quiz contains some phrases that use colors. I hope you enjoy this quiz!
Easy 10Q
1431 plays
 Apr 12 08
nilknarf710 gold
12 trivia quiz  Oh no! More Clich?s. Part 5 icon
Another chance to prove you are "a mine of information". Don't let this opportunity "slip through your fingers". Good luck!
 Easy 10Q
4737 plays
 Aug 16 04
musicmonkeyman
13 trivia quiz  Oh No! Even More Clich?s icon
"In this day and age" it's good to enjoy "some quality time", so "put on your thinking cap", "take the plunge" and get quizzing!Contains some US, and some British usage.
 Easy 10Q
10380 plays
 Apr 11 04
musicmonkeyman
14 trivia quiz  Oh! That's Such a Clich? icon
You might say this quiz "is nothing to write home about". Think you know all the answers, then "put your money where your mouth is" - "grit your teeth", "throw caution to the wind" and give it a go. Primarily British usage.
 Easy 10Q
13221 plays
 Feb 29 04
musicmonkeyman
15 trivia quiz   Oh no! More Clich?s. Part 6 icon
Some more clich?s for you "to tuck into" - I'm sure you won't "bite off more than you can chew". Good luck.
 Very Easy 10Q
2922 plays
 Oct 16 04
musicmonkeyman
16 trivia quiz  Oh No! Not More Clich?s icon
Back with some more clich?s - So put "your nose to the grindstone", "your shoulder to the wheel" and "your best foot forward", and see if you can complete this quiz in that strange position. Have fun! Contains some US, and some British usage.
 Very Easy 10Q
13752 plays
 Mar 11 04
musicmonkeyman
17 trivia quiz  Oh No! Yet More Clich?s icon
Some more clich?s for you to "get your teeth into". So "rack your brain" and those points could "be in the bag!"
 Easy 10Q
4383 plays
 Jun 19 04
musicmonkeyman
18 trivia quiz  Idioms in the Funeral Trade icon
Every profession has its own idioms and sayings. These expressions are used in the funeral industry. I'll tell you the expression, and you tell me what it translates to, for those of us not in the trade!
 Average 10Q
1980 plays
 Mar 30 04
skunkee editor
19 trivia quiz  Well, DO You Know Jack? icon
Each saying, word, or idiom in this quiz contains the word "Jack" or "jack." This is in honor of my new kitten, Jack Rabbit Raymer. He was born on May 5, 2002 (Cinco de Mayo).
 Average 15Q
3783 plays
 Nov 10 02
robynraymer
20 trivia quiz  To Coin a Phrase icon
There are many sayings used in everyday speech, and few of us know where they originated, but everything has to start somewhere . . .
 Difficult 10Q
2346 plays
 Dec 04 02
ArleneRimmer
21 trivia quiz  Easy Proverbs icon
This quiz is about fairly traditional proverbs the phrasings of which often have been polished through ages of use. See if you can identify the missing word in all cases.
 Very Easy 10Q
4323 plays
 Aug 14 02
Flem-ish
22 trivia quiz  Common and Not-So-Common Sayings icon
Its amazing how many sayings are spoken in everyday conversations. Here are some sayings, some you will know, some you will not. Enjoy!
 Easy 20Q
8397 plays
 Jun 03 03
Ford Escort gold
23 trivia quiz  Oh no! More Clich?s. Part 7 icon
Ready to grapple with some more of those dreaded clich?s. "The time is ripe" to show you're "too clever by half" so "grab the tiger by the tail".
 Easy 10Q
3090 plays
 Dec 24 04
musicmonkeyman
24 trivia quiz  Idiomatic Language icon
When people express themselves in idiomatic language,they use 'traditional phrasings' that have a fixed form and a meaning that goes beyond the strict literal sense of the words. See which "standing expressions" suit the contexts given below.
 Average 10Q
4167 plays
 Sep 14 03
Flem-ish
25 trivia quiz  "Would you like a Hole in the Head?" icon
In England we do say some strange things don't we? Here are a few examples of this for you to ponder on in a short quiz. Much of this quiz will be recognized and answerable at a global level.
 Very Easy 10Q
2667 plays
 Apr 09 04
rialto88 gold
26 trivia quiz  Horses for Courses - Idiomatically Speaking! icon
This quiz is all about the idiomatic use of the word 'horse'! Can you pick the correct 'horsey' phrase from the meaning given? All multiple choice.
 Easy 10Q
4659 plays
 Jan 12 03
Engadine
27 trivia quiz  Three- Step Idioms And Phrasings icon
For reasons that are not fully understandable we like to hear things in resounding wave patterns. In particular, three-step rhythmic patterns have always been popular with the great 'communicators'. Check how well acquainted you are with such phrasings.
 Easy 10Q
3657 plays
 Jan 29 02
flem-ish
28 trivia quiz  Idioms Referring To Animals icon
Many standing expressions and idioms refer to the more 'popular' animals, birds,etc. See which of these you can solve.
 Average 10Q
5883 plays
 Jan 23 02
flem-ish
29 trivia quiz  It's A Dog's Life - Idiomatically Speaking icon
This quiz is all about the idiomatic use of the word 'dog'! Can you finish the 'doggy' phrase by picking the right word from the multiple choices given?
 Average 10Q
4218 plays
 Apr 28 03
Engadine
30 trivia quiz  Food and Drink in Idioms
Food and drink are such common realities that they of course play a major role in daily idiom.This quiz deals with idiomatic language that refers to those basic 'ingredients' of life.
 Easy 10Q
3585 plays
 Jan 23 02
flem-ish
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Some sample questions from this category:

* What do you call someone who is sneaky and often dishonest?
* What do you call someone who is really old?
* What do you call someone who is always working hard usually building?
* What do you call someone who is always in the water?
* What do you call someone who is very proud of how they look?
* What do you call someone who can use their wits to get out of scrapes, often ones they make?
* What do you call someone, usually a woman, who doesn't look real hot?
* What do you call someone who is greasy and sleazy and likes to hang around with the wrong crowd, maybe tempting you to come along?
* What do you call someone who eats large quantities of food in a messy fashion?
* What do you call someone who is very stubborn?
* Which description best fits the expression- "a change of heart"?
* Proverb: 'Where the sugar is, there the ants will also be.' What's the culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'Don't play with the bear if you don't want to be bitten.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'A caged bird longs for the clouds.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'What is play to the cat is death to the mouse.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'A dog has four feet, but he can't walk four different paths.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'Every fly has its shadow.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'Where there are geese, there is cackling.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'You cannot capture luck like rabbits.' Culture of origin?
* Proverb: 'Lions are never caught with cobwebs.' Culture of origin?

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