Beneath the surface: A history of water expressions and phrases

The English language is awash with terms and expressions that are related to water. Let’s dive in and explore the sources of some familiar idioms, expressions and trends.

A view of the Hualcan glacier in Peru, home to more than 70 percent of the world’s tropical glaciers, which are a source of fresh water for millions.

A view of the Hualcan glacier in Peru, home to more than 70 percent of the world’s tropical glaciers, which are a source of fresh water for millions.

(photo credit: MARIANA BAZO/REUTERS)

ByRUTH BELOFF

MARCH 11, 2023 16:42