Rebecca Dalton
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Rebecca Dalton
@reccabecka.bsky.social
Freelance writer, journalist and PR person. Ex BBC News & press for Citizens Advice. Also fan of Strictly and all things literary.
That was “our” one back in the day - still hear it sometimes now.
We all knew the ‘Hitler’ words but I at least never had any idea where the tune came from! Thank you for enlightening me!
May 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Just never used as a synonym for paying or settling an account over this side of the pond.
“Smaller quarter horses “ love it! Another new expression for me - but I’m not at all familiar with US equestrian lingo.
Here a pony is 14’2 hands high or under - or £25! 😁
December 30, 2024 at 5:44 PM
Yes, and… although we settle up and cough up - to up the ante is what might happen if you don’t! As for pony up?! 🤷‍♀️
December 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM
A confusing day for us Brits!
December 30, 2024 at 4:02 PM