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Category: euphemisms

  • looking for a wookiee

    I think our family might acquire a new euphemism: “Looking for a wookiee.” It will mean ‘going to the toilet’! No, we haven’t lost our mind, and if you have ever visited our house you might have a sense of why “Looking for a wookiee” might mean that. Last year, when I was convalescing following…

  • euphemistically speaking

    We have interesting euphemisms for innocuous occurrences. “bun in the oven” – pregnant “economical with the truth” – liar “indisposed” – on the loo (we all do it) “pre-loved” – second hand (yes, honestly, it’s a phrase that’s coming into usage) “built for comfort, not speed” – overweight “need to recharge my batteries” – tired…