and point, case
“In point” was a 17th century expression
meaning “pertinent,” so case in point meant a pertinent
case. Now confused with two associated things--a case
and a point, much as set and match are associated with tennis victory. Recent
example: “One case and point, Rodney King. May he rest in peace.”
http://thegrio.com retrieved 13 may 2014
1 comment:
Got a new one for you: MOTOR-VATE, heard it on a morning show, kinda makes sense, a motor can get you going in the morning!
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