by Sydney on August 29th, 2008

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I collect interesting facts. Anybody got a good one?

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  • by dave on November 20th, 2009

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    The expression 'whistle while you work' comes from the American South where black slaves were told to whistle while they cooked their masters food, ensuring they couldn't be sneaking in a little snack for themselves.

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