Origins of the phrase "like nobodies business"

Posted by Badger on December 04, 2003

Mornin' All,

Just wondering about the origins of this phrase... as far as I can remember its a phrase that avoids you swearing, like "Bloomin' heck" as apposed to "Bleeding Hell", usually said with a pause... i.e.

"Like.... nobodies business"

Searched all over Google and Turbo10 but can't find anything.

Any help appreciated.

• Origins of the phrase "like nobodies business" Fred 04/December/03
  • Nobody's business ESC 04/December/03