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Homeric laughter

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Phraseologism: Homeric laughter.

Meaning: Uncontrollable, loud, rolling laughter (book).

Origin: The expression originated from the description of the laughter of the gods in Homer's poems "Iliad" and "Odyssey". The epithet "Homeric" is also used in the meaning: plentiful, huge.

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Am I lying on roses?

Meaning:

I am not in a better position than you, but I do not complain, I behave with dignity.

Origin:

The words of the last ruler of Mexico Guatemosin, captured by the Spanish conquerors-conquistadors (1521). By order of the conqueror of Mexico, Cortes Guatemozin and cacique (leader) Takuba were tortured on a red-hot grate, demanding to give them all the golden treasures of the country. Kasik could not stand it and began to moan loudly, which caused the above remark of Guatemosin.

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