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colder than a two peckered billy goat

Phrase used in the Midwest United States that means "It's really cold".
Often used in rural areas by senior citizens or those over 50.
The temperature dropped to -5 degrees during the daylight hours. My grandmother exclaimed, "It's colder than a two peckered billy goat out here." I agreed and retorted, "It's colder than a well digger's ass"

busier than a two-peckered billy goat 

Incredibly busy in an agressive fashion
Lately, work's been busier than a two-peckered billy goat.