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First time I encountered the word I had to look it up. I didn't even really understand the explanation at the time (pre internet as far as I remember, so no pictures) I think I had a Trojan Horse in mind! Now that would be an interesting party - hundreds of Greek soldiers leaping out and butchering the household when the candles were blown out.
The real visual somehow seeped into my consciousness over the years so that when my friend bought one from a party shop I was unsurprised and knew what it was. I did think sniffily, "Hmmm. Not a very healthy thing for your 3 year old's party - violence and sugar?" :p (but I am known for not being child-friendly after all)
They're not common here - I bet if I asked in the pub tonight no-one would know what they were. But like any party game/ item/ must-have they have a vogue to them. If Amy has one at her party then you can bet Chantelle is going to want one at hers.
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