Every Man and His Dog

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Dog idioms are also frequently used in movies and TV shows. In the movie Legally Blonde, the character Elle Woods uses the phrase “bend and snap” to describe a flirting technique. This phrase has become a popular idiom and is often used humorously to describe a clumsy attempt at flirting. Example: Darlene is the company president, but if you look closely, you’ll see it’s really her assistant making the decisions. Her assistant is the tail that wags the dog. Example: The business world can be dog-eat-dog. Companies will do whatever it takes to stay ahead of the competition.

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A writer friend of mine posted a social media query asking for advice on verb choice. The phrase in question was “… since everyone and his poodle own/owns a gun…” Should the verb be in the singular or the plural? Hachikō’s passing made national headlines. He was cremated and his ashes were placed next to Professor Ueno’s grave in Aoyama Cemetery in Tokyo. The master and his loyal dog had finally reunited.

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But in 2013, University of Tokyo professor Sho Shiozawa, found a record of Sakano’s request and a buried her ashes beside both Ueno and Hachikō. The world is a harsh place, and you have to fight to earn your spot—that’s what this idiom represents. You’ll often hear people involved in finances, marketing, and commerce use it. Sometimes, dog-eat-dog has a more severe, violent meaning, like fellow humans being ready to cause each other pain to get to the top. This expression was first mentioned in 1794 3. In Homer's The Odyssey, meanwhile, written circa 8th Century BCE, Argos is the loyal dog of tragic hero Odysseus who was a great hunter known for his strength and speed. During his master's absence of two decades, the once "wild beast" has been neglected – but has survived for one sole purpose. "As soon as he saw Odysseus standing there, he dropped his ears and wagged his tail, but he could not get close up to his master," Homer writes. "When Odysseus saw the dog on the other side of the yard, dashed a tear from his eyes... Argos passed into the darkness of death, now that he had fulfilled his destiny of faith and seen his master once more after 20 years." Experience the magic of our handcrafted small batch wines as you embark on an immersive journey through our vineyard. Delight your senses with a memorable wine tasting at our cellar door, where our knowledgeable team will expertly guide you through the artistry and craftsmanship behind each bottle. Uncover the stories and flavours that make our wines truly exceptional, leaving a lasting impression on your palate. Can you use this phrase to describe two dogs in a standoff? Of course, you can! However, it often describes a heated conversation or dispute. Plus, there’s also a “secret” third meaning to this idiom, and it involves aircraft. For almost 100 years, military pilots have been calling one-on-one engagements between fighter planes dog fights.