Why do we say ‘all hands on deck’ and other popular expressions? 3 fun idioms with unique meanings
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Metaphorical sayings typically have deeper meanings and unique origins. Why do we say these three phrases using the word "hand"? Here are 3 interesting expressions and their origin stories.
Brittany Kasko is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital.
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