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Why Do We Say “Noon,” “O’Clock,” and “Quarter of 10”?

Why Do We Say “Noon,” “O’Clock,” and “Quarter of 10”?

The Magical Unicorn Was Probably a Mistranslation

The Magical Unicorn Was Probably a Mistranslation

From Long Distances to Longing Glances: The Many Uses of "Long"

From Long Distances to Longing Glances: The Many Uses of "Long"

Why “Zzz” Means Sleeping — and Other Short Onomatopoeias

Why “Zzz” Means Sleeping — and Other Short Onomatopoeias

The Most Common “AEIOU” Words

The Most Common “AEIOU” Words

What Does It Mean to "Cut the Cord"?

What Does It Mean to "Cut the Cord"?

Refresh Your Word-of-the-Day Memory From June

Refresh Your Word-of-the-Day Memory From June

“To Beg the Question” and Other Philosophical Idioms

“To Beg the Question” and Other Philosophical Idioms

Expanding the Dictionary: The OED’s Latest Additions

Expanding the Dictionary: The OED’s Latest Additions

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