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noun • a combination of two or more metaphors that together produce a ridiculous effect | ||||||||
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noun • the short weak cry of a young bird verb • make high-pitched sounds | ||||||||
When The Going Gets Tough The Early Bird Gets The Worm Eg Crossword Clue
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MIXEDMETAPHOR which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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MIXEDMETAPHOR
Updated: March 12, 2024
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