Saying

  • Take the Edge Off

    Meaning To “take the edge off” means to make something less intense, painful, stressful, or unpleasant. The phrase is often used when something is bothering you and you do something that makes the situation a little easier to handle. For example, after a long and stressful day, having a warm drink, listening to music, or…

  • The Story Has Legs

    Meaning The phrase, “The story has legs,” simply means that a story, idea, or piece of information has enough interest or potential to continue attracting attention. In other words, it has the ability to go somewhere beyond its original telling and remain relevant or interesting for some time. The expression is often used by journalists,…