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Bougie Slang: How Did 'Bourgeoisie' Become a Bad Word?
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If someone calls your tastes 'bourgeois,' should you thank them or shake a fist? You might have to check first with Moliere, Marx or Migos to be sure.
Made in America: The Ridiculous History of 'OK'
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The fad for abbreviations like LOL is nothing new. In fact, this trend in the 1840s spawned the greatest abbreviation of all, "OK."
Trucking Industry Slang Quiz
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Think you know your bears from your back door? Your lowboys from your bobtails? Your gateway from your granny lane? Prove you're not a semipro and test your knowledge of the language of truckers with this quiz!
Why Are Web Addresses in English?
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People around the world have access to the internet, but not everyone speaks English. Learn why web addresses are in English at HowStuffWorks.
Bruce Willis Has Aphasia. What Is It and What Causes It?
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The director of the Aphasia Research Laboratory at Boston University explains the condition forcing Bruce Willis to retire from acting, including what treatment options could be available.
How MotionScan Technology Works
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MotionScan technology adds more life-like features to animated figures. Take a look behind the scenes at MotionScan technology to learn more.
666 Meaning: Angel Number or the Devil's Digits?
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The numbers 666 are a favorite of horror movies dealing with the occult. But where did they come from, and what or whom do they really refer to?
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?
How Code Breakers Work
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Code breakers are people who use logic and intuition in order to uncover secret information. Learn more about code breakers and how code breakers work.
Why do people call things "the real McCoy"?
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Why do people call things "the real McCoy"? Learn more in this article by HowStuffWorks.com.