Put an end to ‘at the end of the day’

Knowing about the origin of changes in word usage, trendy clichés and phrases as well as advertising jingles has always intrigued me. Recently my 6-year old grandson, Jack, started singing “snap, crackle and pop,” as I opened a box of Rice Krispies cereal for him. So, I looked it up.

Juan Negroni, a Weston resident, is a consultant, bilingual speaker and writer. He is the chairman and CEO of the Institute of Management Consultants. Email him at juannegroni12@gmail.com.
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What annoys you most when listening to your radio or watching television? I am not referring to a newscaster whose “gravelly” voice bugs you. Or having to view a political diatribe that family members differ about. No doubt you have dislikes about...

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