For the armchair linguist or the military historian, thisis a comprehensive compilation of military lingo from Hannibal toHanoi. William Priest traces the evolution of each term or phrase asit moves from its point of origin to other branches of service andinto foreign countries. For instance, in the 19th century a "swab" wasa mop made from condemned rope; however, it was also the sailor'sslang for naval officer, from the shoulder epaulets (a mop-like braid)that marked an officer's rank. At that time, to call a sailor a swabwas one of the highest forms of insult; it was not until the 1880sthat sailors were called swabs or swabbies (men who swab the decks) ingeneral lingo. Examples such as these can be found throughout SWEARLIKE A TROOPER.
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At our house this year, each person gets a wall to paint. I made mine with grass, trees, the sun, and a couple birds. I decorated it pretty well, I think, but I have a big spot in the middle. I want to put in a quote having to do with nature and family (it's a family house, so what better to do than have a quote about family?). If you could help, that would be great. Thanks!
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Answer by Party "Nature is like a family...its beautiful...thriving of life and supporting"
I just made that up...but it sounds good...lol im amazed
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