Brits reckon a phrase that we all know and love from a classic advert 30 years ago will still be used in 100 years' time after a father heard his 16-year-old use it
A classic British catchphrase that was made famous by an advert is set to endure "in 100 years" as it continues to be adopted by the younger generation.
The user posted: "My 16yo just used the phrase 'does what it says on the tin'. People are still going to be saying this in 100 years' time and only linguistic scholars will know it originated in an advert for Ronseal quick-drying wood stain. He used it in reference to a CD by Afro Celt Sound System he'd bought from Oxfam, incidentally."
Another reminisced: "I remember its first showing on TV. Instant classic. I didn't even own a fence or shed but knew that when that day came it would be Ronseal for me." One individual noted that the slogan became "in general use at work etc within weeks".
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