Mixed Metaphors
I am not one to normally admit my linguistic gaffes.
But unfortunately for my pride, I’m also a huge fan of the mixed metaphor. Before today, my favorite mixed metaphor came from a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, who spoke with great passion against the gambling bill before them, claiming that he would lead the way to “derailing that ship.”
Today I gave him a run for his money, though, when talking to a Remember supporter interested in knowing about our trip plans. In referring to a potential Thailand trip this summer, I told him, “I’m hoping to get this trip off the ground. So far it’s all a bit up in the air.”
Sigh.