Evolution of phrases

[crazycanuck]

Another hmmm i've always wondered about. Why is it that with some idioms we don't change a particular word with the local one..

For example..

Why don't Aussies/Kiwis say " coming out of the wardrobe" rather than "coming out of the closet?"

Just another thought on a friday afternoon..

[shootingstar]

For example..

Why don't Aussies/Kiwis say " coming out of the wardrobe" rather than "coming out of the closet?"

Just another thought on a friday afternoon..

Aussie/Kiwis at least make it sound like a fashion statement.