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What idiom did you initially misunderstand, but you prefer your interpretation? (lemmy.world)
submitted 6 months ago by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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Mine is tow the line rather than toe the line.

I imagine someone as a tugboat--towing the line of what is expected. I like that imagery better than keeping a foot on some fucking line. Plus using toe as a verb is dumb.

What are yours?

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[–] 11 points 6 months ago (9 children)

"Aged like fine milk"

Its supposed to be about wine and how it improves with time. However, especially when discussing old media, I like my version as it can mean its spoiled or turn to cheese, interprite as needed

Example,

The movie "Kung-Pow: Enter the Fist" has aged like fine milk.

Is the movie bad for its dated crappy matrix references or is it peak early 2000s cheese. Vote now on your phones.

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  • [–] 10 points 6 months ago (2 children)

    Kung-Pow is an absurdist camp masterpiece. It won't be defamed and aged like fine milk into a blue cheese. Not for everyone but amazing for those who get it

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  • [–] 8 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (2 children)

    Kung-Pow: Enter the Fist is pure genius. Yes it's dated for a low budget comedy and for its references. That only adds to its charm.

    Now accept Steve Oedekerk as your Lord and Saviour or fight me. ;)

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  • [–] 2 points 6 months ago

    I've always interpreted "Aged like milk" to mean something was fine when it was created, but turned to trash over time through no fault of it's own.

    My usual example is Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.

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