Roe v. Wade
Roe v. Wade is a landmark 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision in which restrictive state laws banning abortion were ruled unconstitutional. In 2022, the Supreme Court overturned the ruling.
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How Conversion And Other Words Can Harm LGBTQ People
by Rory Gory No matter your sexual orientation or gender identity, all people have something in common. There are many things in life that we can choose or change, such as how we decide to express ourselves, the relationships we commit to, or the dreams we pursue. And then there are things in life that happen to us whether or not we want them to: …
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pretty sus
Pretty sus is short for pretty suspicious, colloquially used to accuse someone of some very shady or sketchy behavior. The specific phrase pretty sus spread as a meme in 2020 thanks to the popularity of… -
“Magma” vs. “Lava”: Which Is Scarier?
Raise your hand if you’ve ever made an exploding volcano. For a lot of us, that volcano project was a key milestone of our science fair years. (And if you didn’t build it, chances are, one of your classmates definitely did.) As you might recall, the project requires a few key ingredients, including dish soap, white vinegar, baking soda, and food coloring. All of these are assembled …
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“Marketing” vs. “Advertising”: What’s The Difference?
We’re pretty sure we don’t have to point it out: advertising is everywhere. Your social media, internet, and email inbox are full of ads—and that’s because you are a consumer and therefore a target for marketing campaigns for everything from soft drinks to cars. Sometimes it’s hard to decipher what’s an ad and what’s not. From the influx of emails from retailers to the influencers …
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“Intrusive” vs. “Obtrusive”: What’s The Difference?
Imagine this: one day, you look out your window and notice that the neighbors have installed a very large shed in their yard. If this shed blocks a view you previously enjoyed, would you describe it as intrusive or obtrusive? It’s natural to wonder. Intrusive and obtrusive both refer to something or someone who invades or is thrust into a situation in an unwelcome way. And …
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“Psychopath” vs. “Sociopath”: Is There A Difference?
Think of your classic con artist: they lie, they’re manipulative, they don’t care about anyone else, and they lack remorse. Are these criminals psychopaths? Sociopaths? Both? People tend to think that a sociopath is a psychopath who doesn’t go around doing criminal things. Likewise, psycho remains shorthand for all kinds of deviant antisocial behavior, from stalking to murder. We’ve got some news for you. Despite …
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What Is The Difference Between A Llama And An Alpaca?
Are these adorable shaggy mammals popping up across home goods, clothing, and toys llamas? Or are these sweet, fluffy creatures that people adore called alpacas? And what’s the difference between the two? Despite being commonly mixed up, llamas and alpacas are two distinct animals with several defining features. Let’s take a closer look. What is an alpaca? An alpaca is a domesticated mammal from South America. …
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What Is the Medical Term for People Who Shop Too Much?
It’s likely that you know someone who might be a shopaholic. Perhaps you think they have a superhuman stamina for long lines, crowded malls, and late-night purchasing. Or perhaps they just don’t know when to quit, spending way past their budget. What is a shopaholic? Shopaholic is an informal term usually applied with humor. It dates back to the 1940s, when it emerged as a combination …
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💤 Sleeping Symbol emoji
The Sleeping Symbol emoji 💤 depicts three, generally blue Z's increasing in size as they rise to the right. It is variously used to represent sleeping, dreaming, snoring, tiredness, exhaustion, or boredom.
