Every time I hear someone say 'eh' in a questioning tone or to mean 'um actually' I lose my shit. Or even just to play something down.

Like I literally come to hate the person instantly. Its a very strong feeling on a very small sound.

Instant downvotes if I see it on Lemmy too. HATE IT.

How about all y'all?

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[–] 22 points 1 year ago* (9 children)

Any turn of phrase which is stated incorrectly. Eg.

  • case and point
  • doggie dog world
  • at your beckon call
  • they're on tender hooks
  • should tie you over
  • it's a mute point
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  • [–] 7 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

    I know what all of these are supposed to be except the tender hooks one. I've said it aloud and it's driving me crazy because I can NOT figure it out.

    Is it a regional one maybe? I'm from the US so maybe it's one from elsewhere in the world? I bet I'm going to feel like a real dumb dumb when I figure out the answer and it's hella obvious lmao.

    Edit: Googled it and figured out that it's actually "tenterhooks" and just basically means that someone is uneasy. I've never heard that phrase in my life. Kinda dope that I learned a new phrase today!

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago

    Yes, tenterhooks are used to stretch and stress fabric.

    I imagine tenderhooks, if they existed, would probably be to tenderize meat or something. If they existed.

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