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Hot off the press
This didn't originate as a phrase until the 20th century and means the most up-to-date news. The origin stems from the printing process called "hot metal printing". The Linotype machine (invented 1884) allowed printers to type on a keyboard. [continue "Hot off the press" story"]
Uppercase & lowercase
Another example of everyday phrases that come from printing: uppercase and lowercase
When someone was typesetting (laying out all the letters) they would pull out two drawers which were of the same typeface but one drawer, or "case", would be the smaller letters and the other drawer or "case" would be the larger letters. [continue "uppercase" story]
Mind your p's and q's
Everyday Phrases That Come from Printing - mind your p's and q's.
This phrase means being on one’s best behaviour in British English, and paying close attention in American English. Both versions make sense coming from the print shop. Setting type means placing each individual letter [continue "p's and q's" story]
Out of sorts
Finishing something is the hardest part.
Says Antony Johnston.
How to decide between the different options, indeed. This is why our eighth and last essential guide to print explains the different finishing options available. Interested in learning more? Contact us to book one of our print workshops.