something nasty in the woodshed

The phrase "something nasty in the woodshed" is often used to indicate a secret or unpleasant truth hidden from others. It originates from the mystery novel "The Franchise Affair" by Josephine Tey, where a character mentions a secret kept in the woodshed to create suspense. The phrase has since acquired a metaphorical meaning, implying that there is a troubling or unsettling aspect or revelation yet to be discovered.


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