colloquially
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While the term “hair loss” is colloquially used for many conditions, “hair loss” itself is not a diagnosis.
From Slate • May 23, 2026
But that setback never stopped the remaining humans from pursuing the dream of something we colloquially refer to as touching grass.
From Salon • May 5, 2026
The Colorado law targets what is colloquially known as conversion therapy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Known colloquially as the SAG Awards, the awards show will now be dubbed the Actor Awards presented by Sag-Aftra, the labour union representing US film, television and radio actors.
From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025
Likewise, when we talk about a proof, in rhetoric, we’re not talking about what, colloquially, you might understand by the term.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
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