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Q:
when someone is running from the law "is it on the lam" or "on the lamb" and what are the origins of this saying?
The correct phrase is "on the lam."
The origins of this phrase are a bit murky, but there are a few theories:
- Old Norse Origin: The most likely origin comes from the Old Norse word "lam" meaning "to beat or cripple." This suggests someone is running away to avoid punishment or consequences for their actions.
- Prison Break: Some suggest a connection to the 16th-century slang "to take a lam" which meant escaping jail.
- Misheard Expression: Another theory is that the phrase could be a mishearing of "on the land," referring to someone staying out of sight and moving across the land.
It's important to note that the phrase has no connection to actual 
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