
What is the origin of the phrase "A Mountain I'm Willing to Die On"?
Is this the " hill I am willing to die on "—the one I am willing to go down fighting for? In the normal course of the day, when confronted with a problem, it is not realistic to expect someone to run …
Use of "hill to die on" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Apr 29, 2023 · The expression comes from military usage. Wictionary An allusion to the military practice of capturing/holding a hill (high ground), no matter the cost or (lack of) benefit, as in …
Is it true that the English have many words for hill?
Dec 4, 2010 · I've heard it said that Eskimos have many words for snow and that the English have many words for hill. If so what are they?
“peak” vs “summit” - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Aug 12, 2012 · The OED defines summit, in its topological sense, as ‘the topmost point or ridge of a mountain or hill’. For a peak it gives ‘the pointed top or summit of a mountain; a mountain or …
A word for "reaching the top of a hill or mountain"
Jan 18, 2015 · Is there a word that specifically refers to reaching the top of a hill or mountain? I want to describe the action of reaching the top of a hill and finally being able to see what is on …
Up Hill vs. Down Hill - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Dec 23, 2014 · The expression "It's all up hill from here!" and "It's all down hill from here!" mean that things will only get better or things will only get worst. Metaphorically going uphill can …
Understanding Arrow Trajectory - Michigan Sportsman Forum
Sep 18, 2006 · I posted this on our Forum ( Wild Extremes) after a question about uphill/downhill shooting was asked and thought I'd post here if anyone was interested in it. Understanding …
Permanent Deer Blind | Michigan Sportsman Forum
Dec 23, 2024 · Here is an idea! I do want to build a permanent blind up at camp to sleep in. Let's see your next build or what your in process or recently built! Need ideas and inspiration.
Pit Blind Construction - Michigan Sportsman Forum
Jul 30, 2009 · The first picture is looking down a south facing hill that overlooks an extensive brushy river bottom/wetland area that is the main bedding area in the region. The hill is …
Calling All Fruit Tree Addicts Blue Hill Nursery Is Taking Orders
Aug 1, 2024 · Just a shout out Blue Hill Wildlife Nursery is already taking orders for next year for you addicts. Usually Ryan doesn’t take orders until the end of August. Hard to find varieties …