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Hispanic And Latino Heritage And History: 8 Key Terms

“Supposedly” vs. “Supposably”: Yes, There Is A Difference

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The Forgotten Verses Of “The Star-Spangled Banner”

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The Complexity Of African American Vernacular English

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Food Porn: Should It Really Be Called That?

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Dictionary.com’s Top Slang Of 2020

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Is There An Actual Definition For The Term “Word Nerd”?

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English Words That Came From The Philippines

Many words from Tagalog and other languages from the Philippines have found their way into English. How many have you encountered in your vocabulary.

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Should We Use BCE Instead Of BC?

If you have wondered why we have two systems to attribute years—AD/BC and CE/BCE—you aren't alone. Which system of dating is more appropriate to use now?

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Is That Food Really “Porn” (And Should You Even Say That)?

So many things excite us—from food to luxurious homes—that we call them "porn." Is it suitable to label everything this way?

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