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She could talk the hind leg off a donkey
Meaning
- A way to describe an incredibly persuasive or talkative person. They have the gift of gab and can convince almost anyone of anything.
Admiring, hyperbolic
Used in a sentence
- You better watch out, she could talk the hind leg off a donkey if you let her.
- My aunt is so convincing, she could talk the hind leg off a donkey.
- We needed a better deal, and thankfully, she could talk the hind leg off a donkey.
The backstory
This phrase appeared in the 19th century as a humorous exaggeration of persuasive power. It implies the speaker is so charming or relentless that even a stubborn animal would give up its leg.
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