Language learners often assume that using rare, complex vocabulary will make their speech sound more fluent. Research suggests that there is a close relationship between formulaic expression usage in ...

Some expressions may sound harmless, but when repeated frequently, they reveal patterns that affect relationships, finances, health choices, and long-term decision-making.

The other day my husband and I were watching the news and a politician discussing the state of affairs in Washington began with “in my humble opinion.” Over the course of his short interview he ...

From trendy clothes to words and expressions, some things go out of style. Many of the everyday expressions that most people use can be traced back to dark or sometimes even offensive origins. "It ...