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1. 800 pound gorilla - the biggest, most powerful group or company Example: "If we follow our plan to make this new software, we're going to have a lot of competition, including from the 800 pound gorilla, Microsoft."
2. (a rising tide that) lifts all boats - something that helps all people or all groups Example: "We're only number three, but the current economic growth will lift all boats, so we're sure to make a profit this year."
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.
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Every week at this time, the Voice of America tells about popular words and expressions used in the United States. Some expressions have made a jump from sports events to everyday life. One such expression is fall guy. A fall guy is the person who someone decides will be the loser or victim.
“Once upon a time, there was a little girl with golden hair, named Goldilocks. One day, she lost her way and walked into the forest…” Can you guess what happened to her? Did she meet a ghost, a fierce witch, a helpful strong and handsome man, or something else… if you want to know, press “read more” for details.
PUPIL: "Would you punish me for something I didn`t do?" TEACHER:" Of course not." PUPIL: "Good, because I haven`t done my homework." Submitted by Miguel de Paco Moltó