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  1. 07-Dec-2010, 03:56 #1
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    Default Idiom with geographical names

    Hi,

    I am looking for idioms with UK geographical names, for example '' selling coal to Newcastle, etc.

    Can you give me more examples and the meaning ?

    Many thanks
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    Idiom Category: Place name - UsingEnglish.com
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    Default Re: Idiom with geographical names

    Shipshape and Bristol fashion.

    This means everything is tidied away and ready for action.

    Bristol is in the South West of England and was once a thriving seafaring port.

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