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The Screwed-Up History of English Spelling
The English spelling system is a MESS... arguably more than any other language.
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Pronouns: Little Words That Say a Lot
Pronouns may be little, but they say a lot, and they're always changing!
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How Do Clichés Evolve into Memes?
Adaptable clichés called "snowclones" are EVERYWHERE but they're older than you think.
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Foreign Words We Need in English
English has more words than most other languages, but there are still gaps.
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A Controversial Theory About Gossip
Why is gossip an integral part of human social structure?