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'Disheveled,' 'Disgruntled': Why Are Some Words Only Used in Negative Form?
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No one ever says "heveled" or "gruntled." Do these words even exist? Not every word needs an opposite to prop it up. Here's why.
Did You Know There Are 23 Countries in North America?
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North America is the world's third largest continent by land area, bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and South America and the Caribbean Sea to the south. This incredible size means there are quite a few countries in North America.
Can You Match the Word to Its Definition?
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Are you the fast-talker, sweet-talker or overall-high-falutin' talker in your circle of friends? If so, we've got a quiz we're sure will challenge your language skills. Try it now and see if your vocabulary is really in tip-top shape!
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
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.
The Mule Outperforms Both Its Horse Mom and Donkey Dad
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Since many of us no longer live in small agricultural societies, while you might be familiar with the idea of a mule, you might not know about the specifics of the actual animal.
How Stuttering Works
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Stuttering is linked to a disconnection between language processing and motor function, but its cause is still unknown. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
The Most Common Words in English Aren't Nouns or Verbs
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Have you ever stopped mid-sentence and wondered, "What are the most common words in English?"
How do culturally different people interpret nonverbal communication?
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Nonverbal communication is possible between culturally different people, but how? Learn about nonverbal communication in this article.
Lapis Lazuli: Crystal Properties, Origins and Uses
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This ancient rock adorns King Tut's coffin and the Sistine Chapel. And at one time it was more precious than gold. What is it about this deep blue rock that has drawn us in for centuries?