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The Local explains French idiom regarding running away

The Local examines the humorous imagery behind the French expression 'prendre ses jambes à son cou' in its latest linguistic feature.

By 9 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET Updated 9 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET

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According to The Local, the French idiom 'prendre ses jambes à son cou' is characterised by its humorous mental imagery. The publication explores the origins and usage of this phrase as part of its ongoing series on French expressions. No further details regarding the historical context or literal translation were provided in the source material.

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