I'd buy that for a dollar, phrase
An item with so much value it's worth the price of a dollar as if that dollar came from the early 1920s.
Added on May 8, 2011 by John S.
candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker, phrase
A statement saying that alcohol is potent.
Added on July 9, 2011 by Turner
sock hop, noun
An informal high school dance popular in the 50s, usually taking place in idyllic locations like a gymnasium or cafeteria.
The girls wore their best poodle skirts to the evening sock hop.
Added on May 11, 2011 by Susan K.