Phrase of the Day

Ginger’s Phrase of the Day provides you with a daily dose of interesting facts and trivia on some of the more, and less, common phrases in the English language. Learn the real meaning behind these phrases, when and how to use them and other less-known info behind each phrase.

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Breaking the ice

Overcoming the social awkwardness often experienced between people meeting for the first time. One might break the ice by making a funny joke or finding another way to ease the tension. Example of use: John and David were both a bit uneasy when they first met, but they broke the ice with drinks at the bar before they began discussing business.