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The IDIOM of the WEEK


HIT TWO BIRDS WITH ONE STONE

This phrase has been around for centuries (in its present form, the earliest printed record of the idiom was found in 1656) and is often used in everyday conversations.

It originates from the idea of a person throwing a stone to hit two birds, thus saving time and effort by achieving two goals at once.

According to one of theories, the phrase was taken from the story of Daedalus and Icarus from Greek Mythology.

Daedalus killed two birds with one stone in order to get the feathers of the birds and make the wings. The father and son escaped from the Labyrinth on Crete by making wings and flying out.

You can find some modern ways of using the idiom in a sentence below ⬇️

I have to go to the bank, and on the way back, I’ll pick up the groceries as well, killing two birds with one stone.

Apply for internships during your summer break to kill two birds with one stone by gaining experience and earning some extra money.

Cycling to work kills two birds with one stone. It saves money and gives you some exercise.

The concept of “killing two birds with one stone” emphasizes the efficiency and effectiveness of accomplishing two objectives with a single action.

In general, idioms are an excellent way to express yourself in a colorful and creative manner.
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