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) This happens every time a bell rings in It’s a Wonderful Life.
What is an angel gets its wings? James Stewart stars in the movie as George Bailey, and Donna Reed plays Mary Hatch.
It is made with cucumbers, vinegar, and spices, and accompanies hot dogs
What is relish? You can start with sweet pickles to make a quick version. Relish is also used in potato salad, deviled eggs, and Russian dressing
Hot magenta, robin’s egg blue, and indigo are colors found in the large boxes of this best-selling crayon brand.
What is Crayola? The eight-color box has basic colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, brown, and black, but the larger boxes have a wide variety of colors.
This color is often associated with the environment and certain types of energy
What is green? Green energy most commonly means solar and wind.
This is another way to say “People are crazy.”
What is they are out of their minds? You could also say, “They’re not in their right minds.”
This is Scrooge’s first name
What is Ebenezer? The first recorded movie adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol was a 1901 silent film.
Made with vinegar and dried seed of greens of the same name, this condiment can be smooth or grainy
What is mustard? Common varieties include ballpark (yellow mustard such as French’s), Dijon, German, and Pommery
This is the most common color of highlighter.
What is yellow? Yellow doesn’t leave a shadow on photocopies.
Many holiday cards say “Season’s (missing word).”
What is greetings? If you want to send holiday greetings to someone without any religious affiliation, you can find many cards that say “Season’s Greetings” or “Happy Holidays.”
A book that is no longer available is this.
What is out of print? If you find a current book that is out of print, it’s possible that it’s printed on demand. Look for it in a few days or weeks or check a used bookstore or eBay
In Miracle on 34th Street, a defendant in a court case must prove that he is this person.
Who is Santa or Kris Kringle? The defendant (Kris Kringle) not only has to prove that Santa exists but also that he is Santa.
It is made primarily with eggs and oil.
What is mayonnaise? In recent years, avocado oil has become a popular oil for use in this condiment.
This is the common word for ecru.
What is beige? Ecru is the French word for “unbleached.”
Along with rock and paper, the name for this common cutting instrument is part of a simple game.
What is scissors? This game can be used to solve disputes much the same way tossing a coin is used.
Robert Redford and Meryl Streep star in this 1985 film with the name of a continent in its title.
What is Out of Africa? Meryl Streep plays Karen Blixen, who wrote the book on which Out of Africa is based. Streep developed her accent by listening to recordings of Blixen reading her book
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Bing Crosby plays the title role of Bob Wallace and sings the title song of this 1954 classic Christmas film.
What is White Christmas? Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney also star in the film. Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye portray ex-military buddies who form a song-and-dance team.
This often accompanies pork and chicken dishes. The most popular style is tomato based, but there is also a vinegar-based version, a mayo-based version, and a mustard-based version.
What is barbecue sauce? The thick, gooey version is universally loved; the others are regional favorites.
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This reptile can change its color
What is a chameleon? This ability helps them attract and communicate with mates, fend off attackers, and even warm up or cool down as needed.
This is a shallow body of water beginning with an L
What is lagoon? The word comes from laguna, meaning “lake” or “pond.”
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Goin’ Out of My [missing word]” was recorded in 1964 by Little Anthony and the Imperials.
What is head? The tune begins: “Well, I think I’m goin’ out of my head Yes, I think I’m goin’ out of my head Over you, over you.”
The chipmunks star in the 1981 film A Chipmunk Christmas, but the chipmunks have been around for decades. This is the lead chipmunk’s name.
What is Alvin? The Chipmunks first began recording in the late 1950s. They have won six Grammy Awards.
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This condiment often accompanies Mexican food, especially tortilla chips, and is made with chunks of tomato, onion, avocado, and cilantro.
What is salsa? It’s often used as a substitute for ketchup.
These two colors are predominately found in military jungle camo or camouflage— the camo you usually see the military wear on TV.
What is green or brown (or tan)? Modern camo was introduced in 1915.
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This is what an astronaut experiences due to the lack of gravity
What is weightlessness? To successfully deal with weightlessness, a person must be in great physical condition and train for it. Astronauts say it is an amazing experience.