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Sacrebleu! It's the Foreign Phrases Quiz
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A number of foreign phrases have permeated the English language. How fluent are you in these popular turns of phrase? Take our quiz to find out!
What the Stuff?!: 6 Common Sayings You're (Probably) Saying Wrong
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Let's face it - English is a tricky language, full of exceptions, inconsistencies, and strange figurative expressions. Chances are, you might be getting a few of them wrong.
Why Does Nova Scotia Have a Latin Name?
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The Canadian province's name means 'New Scotland,' so why isn't it in English? Learn more about the naming of Nova Scotia on HowStuffWorks.
What Is a Group of Hedgehogs Called? It's Adorably Appropriate
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Hedgehogs usually live alone, so seeing more than one together feels special. When it happens, English gives that group a very specific word.
Can You Pass This Very British Spelling Test?
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British and American English have very subtle differences that can be a little tricky to remember. Think you know your British spelling? Take the quiz to find out!
Can You Identify the Correct Spelling of These Spanish Vocabulary Words?
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You may be a spelling whiz kid in English, but what about en español? Spanish novices and native speakers alike, test your word smarts by taking this quiz.
What Group of Animals Is Called a Charm?
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The English language is full of imaginative ways to describe groups of animals. You’ve probably heard of a murder of crows or a parliament of owls. But what group of animals is called a charm?
Bear With Me: Tracing the Origins of a Common Phrase
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The phrase "bear with me," meaning "be patient with me," likely originated in 14th-century Middle English and is often confused with "bare with me" due to similar pronunciation.
Spring Heeled Jack
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Spring Heeled Jack is a legendary English character, a Victorian-era murderer. Read why some think Spring Heeled Jack may have been an alien humanoid.
Can You Guess the Origins of These Words?
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If we give you a clue, will you be able to follow the piece of yarn back to the Minotaur in the labyrinth? Take this quiz to follow the meanings of English words back to their strange and mythical origins!