The idiom "more kicks than halfpence" originated in the United Kingdom and refers to someone who has experienced a disproportionate amount of mistreatment, abuse, or misfortune. The term "halfpence" refers to a former British coin, which has become obsolete. The idiom implies that an individual has faced numerous hardships or setbacks, exceeding what would be considered a fair or reasonable share of difficulties.

What is the origin of the idiom "more kicks than halfpence" and when to use it?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „more kicks than halfpence“ im Englischen

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