Raining Monkeys and Banjos

Posted by Bill on November 16, 2010 at 4:00 pm

Nov 162010

Today I invented the expression “raining monkeys and banjos” to be used in place of “raining cats and dogs.” A cursory search of Internet indicates that no one has ever said this before. So, future etymologists, lexicographers, linguists, et al.: now you know exactly where the phrase came from. You’re welcome.

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