Why do we say ‘poker face’ and other popular expressions? Here are 3 idioms and their origins
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Metaphoric phrases are common in the English language — but where did they come from? Here are 3 popular expressions that use the word "face," with alternative meanings and their origins.
Some popular sayings in the metaphorical vein include "cat got your tongue" and "under the weather." "Your poker face isn’t great." Brittany Kasko is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital.
Many idioms, however, focus on words about the human body — and particularly, the face.
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