#Ducks November 14
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November 2026 several of us are going to take on the 30-Day Idiom Coach4aday Challenge. Each day we will identify a ‘Saying or Expression” and explore what its origins are. For Day 14 we explore the expression “GET YOUR DUCKS IN A ROW”
Many of the expressions we use every day have fascinating histories, cultural connections, and lessons that remain relevant today. The goal of this challenge is to explore those.
Lots of debate about the origin of this expression but observing things in nature once again is a potential source. A female duck with a bunch of ducklings is often seen with her newborns all in a straight line. The observation let to “Get Your Ducks in a Row“
30-Day Idiom Coach4aday Challenge Guidelines
This challenge is not just limited to idioms but can include familiar sayings, expressions, clichés, proverbs, and colloquialisms.
How it works
- Share an expression, idiom, cliches, familiar sayings or even a colloquialism.
- Attempt to explain its origin and/or meaning
- Share it with others using the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge
Day 14-Ducks in a Row
In essence having your ducks in a row just means being well-prepared, organized, and having all your tasks, details, and resources in order before beginning a project or taking on an important event.
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