Tag Archives: horror

In my outrage, I caught dozens of flies

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Confanity

開いた口が塞がらない (Aita kuchi ga fusagaranai; “The open mouth does not close”) Definition: To be in a state of utter shock, especially in response to someone’s condition, attitude, words, or behavior. To be left speechless, with one’s mouth hanging open. Agape … Continue reading →

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A scene in every horror movie ever

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Confanity

I’ve done themed posts several times in the past, picking a yojijukugo or kotowaza based on the number of the post, or some event or holiday happening around the same time. This is the start of a new sub-project, in … Continue reading →

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