Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Slang Continue..
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| Definition: | A large amount of money; very expensive or costly. | |
| Example: | 1) My new Mercedes cost me an arm and a leg! | |
| Etymology: | Some things are so expensive that they are painful to buy, and cost everything you have. | |
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| Definition: | To be nervous or anxious or jumpy; to be unable to sit still. | |
| Example: | 1) The children had ants in their pants, so we took them outside for some exercise. 2) Would you please stop tapping your foot?! You must have ants in your pants! | |
| Etymology: | If you had 'ants' (small insects) in your 'pants' (clothing) you would probably feel like jumping around. | |
| Synonyms: | antsy | |
