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Everyday phrases you didn't know were borrowed from the Bible

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Everyday phrases you didn't know were borrowed from the Bible
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28/08/2025 16:00 ‧ 22 hours ago | StarsInsider

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There are numerous phrases, expressions, and idioms in the English language that derive from the Bible. Amazingly, many have survived thousands of years and are still used to this day. From "going the extra mile" to "biting the dust," in this gallery you'll find multiple examples of everyday phrases borrowed from the holy book.

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