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Phrases, J

Origin of phrases starting with the letter J

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Nov 17 2009
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New Question: What does the phrase, just make sure the beaver doesnt have a grip, and use some paint" mean?
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Aug 4 2009
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How did the pirate flag, skull & crossbones, get the name 'Jolly Roger'? (1 answer)
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Jul 13 2009
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Where did the phrase "jinx, you owe me a soda" come from? (3 answers)
by Ingiemingie in Phrases, J
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Jun 19 2009
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Does anyone know the origin of the phrase "just for shits and giggles?" (2 answers)
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Mar 26 2009
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When and how did the phrase 'Jumping the shark' originate? (17 answers)
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Mar 3 2009
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What does the term, "jarred your perserves," mean to you? (5 answers)
by 1gillies1 in Phrases, J
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Feb 4 2009
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Where does the expression "jerry-rigged" come from? (6 answers)
by NaVy WiFe in Phrases, J
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Feb 3 2009
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Why do Americans call toilets "john"? (6 answers)
by MRD is sleeping in a gutter. in Phrases, J
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Dec 19 2008
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Do you know what "Jak Se Mas" means? I think it's Czek. (2 answers)
by zdenny in Phrases, J
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Sep 26 2008
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What is the origin of the phrase "just ducky"? (1 answer)
by JimmyG in Phrases, J
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Aug 7 2008
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New Question: What does the words " Jinn Uni" mean, if there is a meaning at all?
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Jan 15 2008
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What does the term "Jersey Girl" mean and where did it come from. (2 answers)
by VSPrasad in Phrases, J
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Oct 22 2007
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Where does the phrase "jumped up pantry boy" originate? (1 answer)
by Kevisaurus is a Carnotaurus today in Phrases, J
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May 8 2008
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Where phrase jerk water town originate (3 answers)
by IROPIROP in Phrases, J
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Sep 17 2007
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What exactly does the phrase jolly hockey sticks mean, never heard before yesterday, is it an Eastern US phrase? (3 answers)
by VSPrasad in Phrases, J
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