Weird History

Everyday Terms You Didn't Realize Were From The Military (2024x91)

: 26, 2024

It's fair to say that a lot of discourse today is derived from combat - like how political goals are often labeled "the war on 'X'." This influence is also seen in everyday conversation; many common idioms and phrases have surprisingly violent beginnings. This collection showcases some of the most surprising expressions that have military origins.