1985
On January 21, 1985, this person was inaugurated as President of the U.S. for the second time.
Ronald Reagan
This phrase is used to describe a person who is realistic and relatable.
"Down to Earth"
This powdered gelatin product was a mainstay of 1960s aspics, like the iconic Perfection Salad.
Jell-O
A prisoners' anchor, or a saying for something holding you down
Ball & Chain
On February 19, 1985, Coco-Cola introduced the canned and bottled version of this drink
Cherry Coke
This phrase is a temporary end to hostilities in war.
"Cease fire"
This ooey-gooey, dippable cheese became a popular favorite after it was featured in the Switzerland exhibit of the 1964 New York World's Fair.
Fondue
Meaning “legally invalid”, this phrase begins with a word meaning “zero”
Null & Void
On May 16, 1985, this famous basketball player who played for the Chicago Bulls was named NBA Rookie of the Year.
Michael Jordan
When someone has had way too much to drink, we say they are "four ____ __ __ _______"
Four sheets to the wind
This Hormel canned meat product gained popularity during the 1960s as a breakfast side dish and in sandwiches.
Spam
The basic aspects of something; the former screws around the latter
Nuts & Bolts
This 1985 film features a teenager who accidentally travels from the 1980s to the 1950s using a modified sports car.
Moving ___ & ___ is doing everything possible to make something happen.
Heaven and Earth
During the 1960s, Swedish meatballs became a wildly popular appetizer, and the most popular gravy choice was this canned soup.
Cream of mushroom
Attracting a customer to a cheap item and then steering him toward a more expensive one
Bait & Switch
On October 19, 1985, this iconic video rental store opened its first store in Dallas, Texas
Blockbuster
This expression means to manage to survive or cope with a difficult situation
Keep your head above water
Sales of this donut shaped cake pan soared in late 1960s/70s, after the "Tunnel of Fudge" cake recipe won second place at Pillsbury Bake off.
The Bundt pan
This phrase captures the noisy, energetic activity often found in big cities or crowded markets.
Hustle & Bustle