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Can You Identify These Small Countries by Their Outlines?
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Not every country can be big, so we're going to feature some small ones that really make an impact. But can you identify them only from an outline? Let's find out!
How Rebus Puzzles Work
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Rebus puzzles are pictograms with hidden meanings to solve. Learn how Rebus puzzles work at HowStuffWorks.
Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents
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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?
How to Tell Someone They Sound Prejudiced
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What do you do when that prejudice reveals itself? See tips on how to tell someone they sound prejudiced at HowStuffWorks.
What's the Difference Between 'Affect' and 'Effect'?
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These two words are often used interchangeably and incorrectly, so here's how to know when to use "affect" vs. "effect."
Gemini Personality: May 21 - June 20
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Gemini is the third sign of the astrological year and is known by its astrological symbol, the Twins. Learn about Gemini personality traits.
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.
Grey vs. Gray: A Difference in Color or Just in Spelling?
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You may have noticed people sometimes interchange grey and gray, leading to confusion about which spelling is the correct one. But when it comes to using the word grey vs. gray, which one you choose comes down to your location and the specific person, place or thing you're referencing.
Ridiculous History: When Benjamin Franklin Remade the Alphabet
Not content with declaring independence from British rule, Ben Franklin wanted to declare independence from the alphabet, too.
The Georgia Guidestones: A Monumental Mystery
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Much mystery surrounds the Georgia Guidestones, including the true identity of the man who commissioned them to be built and the identity of their destroyer.