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Close … But Still "No Cigar"

  

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Via:  community  •  7 years ago  •  12 comments

Close … But Still "No Cigar"

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Male Junco about to Land on a Tree Branch

The phrase, and its variant 'nice try, but no cigar', are of US origin and date from the mid-20th century. Fairground stalls gave out cigars as prizes, and this is the most likely source, although there's no definitive evidence to prove that.

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One of the undoubtedly American phrases that is now used worldwide.
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It is first recorded in print in Sayre and Twist's publishing of the script of the 1935 film version of Annie Oakley:


"Close, Colonel, but no cigar!"

 

 

 

 

 



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A. Macarthur
Professor Guide
link   seeder  A. Macarthur    7 years ago

In time, I hope to get this kind of shot in perfect focus at an ISO low enough so as to minimize all graininess.

Good luck with that.

 
 
 
Kavika
Professor Principal
link   Kavika     7 years ago

Junco to Houston, where's the cigar?

 
 
 
A. Macarthur
Professor Guide
link   seeder  A. Macarthur    7 years ago

Smokin' comment, Kavika … the Junco and I thank you.

 
 
 
KatPen
Freshman Silent
link   KatPen    7 years ago

The Junco is fast becoming my favorite (prettiest!  HA!) bird, right after the Cardinal and the Blue Jay.   Thanks for sharing!   

 

 
 
 
Dowser
Sophomore Quiet
link   Dowser    7 years ago

I love this junco!!  What a sweetie!

 
 
 
A. Macarthur
Professor Guide
link   seeder  A. Macarthur    7 years ago

Good thing I don't smoke.

 
 
 
Buzz of the Orient
Professor Expert
link   Buzz of the Orient  replied to  A. Macarthur   7 years ago

Nor do I, but you do deserve a CUBAN cigar (the best) for that photo.

 
 
 
Buzz of the Orient
Professor Expert
link   Buzz of the Orient  replied to  Buzz of the Orient   7 years ago

However A.Mac, I think you know that I prefer Blue Jays.

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Nona62
Professor Silent
link   Nona62    7 years ago

I have heard of Juncos, but have never seen one. You are very fortunate to live where there is an abundance of Nature!!

Thank you for always sharing the Nature you enjoy in REAL LIFE!!

 
 
 
Neetu2
Freshman Silent
link   Neetu2    7 years ago

Just have to follow you around to get to know the birds, Mac. :) Beautiful image.

 
 
 
A. Macarthur
Professor Guide
link   seeder  A. Macarthur    7 years ago

Guided tours are extended gratis to friends, Neetu.

 
 
 
Neetu2
Freshman Silent
link   Neetu2  replied to  A. Macarthur   7 years ago

And I am grateful for them, too, Mac. :)

 
 

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