Subject: Mixed metaphors (Page 15)

Biting the hand that rocks the cradle

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Let’s not open that can of worms until we get this one nailed down.

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It's a walk in the cake.

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From now on I'm watching your every move with a fine-toothed comb.

(1908 – 1997) German-born teacher, academic & humorist
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The [outdoor] sculpture park has opened its doors for the summer.

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He was bothered mentally mainly by the physical plague.

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You're pulling my leg over my eyes.

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Manchester United are looking to Frank Stapleton to pull some magic out of the fire.

professional football player, coach & executive
Colemanballs Mixed metaphors

Don't bite the hand that lays the golden egg.

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I don’t think they want to bite off that bullet.

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The early bird gets the wormy apple.

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Not without a grain of sugar

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Surfing the Infobahn [information superhighway]

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It could turn on a dime like a stallion.

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We're going to get locked into a corner.

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Right, and the check is in my mouth.

(1971 – ) American actress
Mixed metaphors TV/Movie Quotes

Now you have hit it on the head with the nail.

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I don't want to step on your thunder.

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Which way are the tea leaves blowing?

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I looked to see what I could hear.

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Now the shoe is on the other horse!

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