When does a idiom become a cliche????
To let the cat out of the bag is which one???
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When does a idiom become a cliche????
To let the cat out of the bag is which one???
It's an idiom. An idiom will become a cliche when it gets boring.;-)
The focus of "cliche" is overuse. Any expression that is overused can be a cliche, idiom or not.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nikki
Have a nice day! (non-idiom cliche)
:wink:
What does it mean to let the cat out of the bag?
What does it mean to spill the beans?
:)
http://www.usingenglish.com/forum/vi...?p=21520#21520
Both refer to giving out secret.Quote:
Originally Posted by RonBee
Yep. That's right. Both refer to divulging something that was previously unknown to the listener.Quote:
Originally Posted by bmo
:)