Why do we say ‘kick the bucket’? Discover 12 idioms with morbid origins

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Do you use any of these? Why do we say ‘kick the bucket’? Discover 12 idioms with morbid origins 4 min. We use a lot of strange phrases without thinking twice, but some have surprisingly grim origins. Ever say someone "kicked the bucket" or "bit the dust"? These everyday expressions sound harmless, but have more somber roots. Take a look at 12 of these idioms. Do you use any of these? Read full article

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