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Io andai a "Samphran Elefante Ground & Zoo" nei sobborghi di Bangkok tailandesi. è pericoloso per mettere una mano nella bocca del coccodrillo.
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& Zoo "nei sobborghi di Bangkok tailandesi. è pericoloso per mettere una mano nella bocca del coccodrillo.
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prolagus commented on the word coccodrillo
In Italian journalism, a coccodrillo (literally "crocodile") is an advance obituary - a long-form obituary that is pre-written for a person that may die soon (usually for older or ill personalities).
December 2, 2021
yarb commented on the word coccodrillo
This is wonderful. But why? Is it alluding to the croc lurking just beneath the surface, ready to kill?
December 2, 2021
prolagus commented on the word coccodrillo
According to the Webs, "The term probably derives from the saying 'to shed crocodile tears', since the article or radio or television report, which appears heartfelt and sincere in its condolences, had in reality been coldly prepared in advance in anticipation of the character's death."
October 18, 2024