avant la lettre »
An example of a term before the term was coined. Describing a term used anachronistically.
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bad money drives out good »
Debased coinage (with low levels of precious metals) replaces purer coinage (with higher levels of precious metals).(metaphorically) Mediocre talent drives away real talent.
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great minds think alike »
Used to emphasize a coincidence, or two people reaching the same conclusion in any manner at the same time.
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heads or tails »
A game to bet upon a which side of a coin lays face up after it is thrown.
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odd and curious »
A way to designate special coins, namely coins that are both odd and imperfect or seriously damaged.
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toss-up »
The toss of a coin used to decide some issue.
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