The Origins of the Expression 'Dog Days'

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The hottest part of the summer is often called "dog days" but have you ever wondered why it was called that in the first place? Is it because somebody saw a dog panting in the summer heat and just started using the expression?

Not exactly. The origins of the term have some connection with Greek mythology actually. Learn more about it on Grammarphobia. -via Strange Company