The phrase 'priming the pump' dates to the early 19th century.
'Pump priming' has been used to refer to government investment expenditures since at least 1933.https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pump%20priming …
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We enter 'prime the pump' under 'prime' in our dictionary. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prime%20the%20pump …pic.twitter.com/aqUCVRNrci
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@MWforLearners gives a government example.https://twitter.com/PeterSokolowski/status/862634603869286400 …
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Don't listen to the naysayers, keep on being sassy - and accurate. This is one of the best social media accounts, ever.
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I know, right?! Clearly the higher ups are ok with it because it's been happening for some time now.
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What is the word for someone who takes credit for inventing a phrase that already existed? Asking for a friend
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Liar is one. Plagiarist is another.
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When you're close to despair, it's cheering to reflect that a dictionary is among those championing the republic.
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Those old pumps aren't made anymore. These are special new pumps. They're amazing. Just amazing. Believe me when I tell you, they're great.
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Get him outta here!
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You're fired donald. Don't you agree? Aren't you glad it'll soon be over donald?
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After you finish w/ 'prime the pump', can you explain to
@POTUS the diff b/w 'reciprocality' & 'reciprocity'?http://www.economist.com/TrumptranscriptThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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Don't tell 45. He hints he made it up. Seriously ya'll.
#DementiaThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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