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Where, when and why are certain phrases born? Take HOLY TOLEDO for example. Ever heard it?

There are several explanations as to the derivation but here's the one I like best.

Allegedly in the 20's and 30's Toledo was a sanctuary for gangsters...kinda like church used to be a sanctuary.

The gangsters made a deal with the cops that if the cops left them alone they'd leave Toledo alone.

Isn't that cute?

Every HOLY TOLEDO yourself? Remember why?

Posted - June 23, 2021

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