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Skylarking around - words from history.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 11:45:00 AM

by Grace Elliot

Historical Fiction

Grace Elliot looks at another common saying and its historical roots.

To 'skylark' around means to frolic and amuse oneself, but have you ever paused to wonder where the expression came from?

If you think it referrs to the flight of the European Skylark think again!

To find out more visit the link below.

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