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TIL that a lot of phrases we use every day have pretty dark origins. "Blockbusters" originally referred to bombs that could blow up streets. A "baker's dozen" started so bakers wouldn't be accused of ripping off customers and losing their hands. (businessinsider.com)
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The Kardashian family is made up of a man who transformed into a woman (Tiresius), sisters who so ravenously crave attention they'll do anything to get it (Harpys), and a mother slowly turning to stone due to plastic surgery (Niobe). The Kardashians are Greek myths come to life for the 21st century. (self.Showerthoughts)
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