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Abstract
This article investigates the historical development of phraseological units in the English language. It traces their origins from Old and Middle English, explores the influence of historical events, literature, religion, and cultural changes on the formation of idioms and set expressions. The study emphasizes how certain phraseological units have transformed in structure and meaning over time while still retaining cultural value.
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