It takes the average reader 9 hours and 12 minutes to read The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features more than four thousand unique clichés and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an insightful example. Some of the clichés brought into the limelight include: • Blood is thicker than water • Monkey see, monkey do • Brass tacks • Burn the midnight oil • Change of heart • Moral fiber •...
The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer is 544 pages long, and a total of 138,176 words.
This makes it 184% the length of the average book. It also has 169% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 35 minutes to read The Dictionary of Clichés aloud.
The Dictionary of Clichés is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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