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like the fat lady – all behind expression or saying

In arrears or running late

Origin

From a cartoon, probably in Punch, from an era when fat-shaming was much admired

Collector

Clare – 1950-60s?
Westerhoff (King, Claydon) – sibling of Naomi

Notes

Useful for diverting attention from the muddle that over-busyness has landed one in!
—Clare

Submitted: 27/02/2023 by Mark

any thoughts?

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