"Climb into?"

wishd4it · ‎03-09-2010

Why does Amy always say, "Climb Into?" Is that a term from somewhere in the country?

I have always said, "Put on" or "wear." I only use the term "climb" when referring to getting into bed or going up a ladder or something.

Does anyone else say "Climb into?"

JanP60 · ‎05-22-2015

I was wondering if she was climbing a mountain as she tried on outfits

Adelina · ‎05-02-2015

It is perfectly acceptable. From the Oxford Dictionary:

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"(climb into) Put on (clothes):

he climbed into his suit

MORE EXAMPLE SENTENCES

But she might just as well be expressing her thrill at climbing into clothes a size smaller than before.

They all begin climbing into old style pressure suits, to add an extra safety factor above their life belts.

I have no memory of climbing into my space suit and double-checking all the seals before I must have vented the airlock."

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wishd4it · ‎03-09-2010

Thank goodness I am not the only one!

Vickiv · ‎06-15-2015

Once again the hosts need to explain things in a professional way. Someone coach them please! Sometimes I think it is just me then when I read the threads I realize other people are also annoyed. If you are a sales person get the point across and omit the slang. I don't need to Climb into a piece of clothing.

Bird mama · ‎03-12-2010

Just get your ladder ready, lol.

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But none quite like the element of surprise

wishd4it · ‎03-09-2010

Thanks for the dictionary version. I still picture climbing mountains & ladders...guess I am an ordinary girl & not gifted with high verbage.

Carmie · ‎10-25-2010

I am from Pennsylvania and I don't think climb into is an odd statement. I personally don't say it, but I have heard others saying it.

I love to travel and also love to hear regional language. Come to PA for a visit. There are a ton of sayings that will have you scratching your head in wonder.

okaywitheasypay · ‎03-27-2011

I grew up in a rural area and heard it when refering to putting on one's clothing. I think the great part about living in America is the interesting cultures bringing about interesting language, Who knows it may date back to armour wearing xs . One would have to 'climb into that!