Phrase of the Day

Ginger’s Phrase of the Day provides you with a daily dose of interesting facts and trivia on some of the more, and less, common phrases in the English language. Learn the real meaning behind these phrases, when and how to use them and other less-known info behind each phrase.

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Blue Blood

The phrase 'blue blood' originates from an old sentiment that aristocratic blood was blue. Normally used to describe royal family members. Example in use: "I often remind my husband that I have blue blood flowing through my veins."