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wigs on the green

wigs on the green

A physical fight. This now-outdated phrase was relevant when men wore powdered wigs (which could be pulled off or knocked loose in an altercation). Conversation is very tense whenever Sir George and Lord Philip are together. I anticipate wigs on the green the next time they meet.
See also: green, on, wig

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Pompeius-Ancient Roman
Rozannero-ZANEnglish
Lila (1)-Indian, Hindi
Ruya-Arabic
Valenciabah-LEN-thyah (Spanish), bah-LEN-syah (Latin American Spanish)Spanish
Viljem-Slovene
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