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Chivvy along now!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:35:00 AM

by Grace Elliot

History

As part of her series on historical slang, this week Grace takes a look at the term to 'Chivvy along.'

Did you know that the word 'Chivvy' dates back to the 1300's and a battle by rival Scottish lords over disputed land.

Do you know what links a famous Hollywood actor with a form of highway robbery?

No? Well follow the link to Grace Elliot's blog.

http://graceelliot-author.blogspot.com/p/historical-slang-term-of-week.html

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