Explains the meanings and origins of numerous cliches and common expressions.
The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, this updated and expanded edition explains the meanings and origins of more than 4,000 clichés and common expressions. Featuring hundreds of new clichés, each entry includes the meaning of the cliché o…
A revised and updated edition of a humorous primer to the English language, expanded for an American audience, contains entries on correct and questionable usage, a glossary, and a pronunciation guide.
Usage and abusage: a guide to good English
Provides guidelines for writing standard English and explains usage differences.
Provides guidelines for writing standard English and explains usage differences.
Discusses instances of misuse of the English language.
A comprehensive disctionary of common misusages illustrates the right way and the wrong way to use language and explores why dictionaries do not always provide the correct meaning or usage of a word.
A comprehensive disctionary of common misusages illustrates the right way and the wrong way to use language and explores why dictionaries do not always provide the correct meaning or usage of a word.
Though the reader may balk at Fiske's scolding tone, his dictionary of overused terms may be a handy writing tool for those who rely on clichTs. The terms are organized alphabetically and identified according to categories that include "overworked words", "plebeian sentiments", …
