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10 Historical Words That Don't Mean What You Think

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There is more than one historical word that people use incorrectly. View 10 historical words that don't mean what you think to get informed.

10 Most Common Letters in English That Every Wordle Player Should Know

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Ever wondered why certain letters in the English language seem to pop up everywhere? Why your word game strategy revolves around the mighty letter E — or why some letters, like Z, feel like they belong in a letter witness protection program?

Casket vs. Coffin: Comparing the Burial Containers

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Made of plain pine or shaped like a shoe, mourners may inter them, suspend them or set them ablaze. How much do caskets and coffins differ?

Are Courtesy Flushes Useful — or Healthy?

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It may shock you, but there's never been a widespread study conducted on the sanitation or the necessity of the courtesy flush. Can this practice inflict grievous bodily harm on your hindquarters - and the environment? HowStuffWorks weighs in.

Metal vs. Steel: Is There a Difference?

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Is there a difference between metal and steel? Find out whether the difference between metal and steel at HowStuffWorks.

How Electronic Language Translators Work

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An electronic language translator can come in handy in your adventures abroad. Learn how electronic language translators work.

What's the Difference Between Misogyny and Sexism?

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The terms sexism and misogyny are often used interchangeably, though they have distinct meanings. HowStuffWorks explains how they're different.

When does a habit become a tradition?

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When does a habit become a tradition? Read about when habits become traditions at HowStuffWorks.

Red Roses or Yellow? Every Flower Has a Secret Meaning

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Floriography - the association of flowers with special virtues and sentiments - has been a practice from antiquity to the present day.

What is binge watching?

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We've all planned to watch just one episode but ended up burning through several in a single setting. Learn all about binge watching at HowStuffWorks.

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