We have a lot of crazy sayings in our fine American dialect.  Phrases we say without thinking of the origin.   Words are modified that have already been diluted with variations.  If we ever stop and think about what we’re saying, we might be surprised.  For example, who is Pete?  Poor Pete.  If he ever wanted to remain anonymous, he’s doing a lousy job.  We shout in frustration, for the love of Pete!  And we yell, for Pete’s sake!  Who exactly is Pete and how did he score two phrases in our vernacular?

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