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THINGAMABOB OR THINGUMMY: CAN YOU DISTINGUISH BETWEEN THE US AND UK TERMS IN THIS QUIZ?

Do you know the difference between everyday US and UK terminology? Test yourself with this quiz on words that differ across the Atlantic.

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In the UK, COTTON CANDY is more commonly known as…

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So much of the promise of the show is that you have a smart aleck detective who will never stop goofing around.
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In the series' pilot, smart-aleck ex-lawyer Jeff Winger (Joel McHale) tells Abed that he has Asperger's syndrome.
Hollywood Takes on Autism|Jace Lacob|February 24, 2010|DAILY BEAST
"There are to be fireworks and lanterns and all sorts of things," observed Aleck, who lay at his ease in the hammock.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard
"Never mind; she doesn't know beans," laughed Aleck, tossing a bag to Dora.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard

"School begins next week, and three months of pegging before Christmas," groaned Aleck.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard
"Oh, only Aleck and Ikey," and he ushered in his companions without further ceremony.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard
"You are not to break your neighbors' windows, for instance," replied Aleck, winking at Carl.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard