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How the Battle of Gettysburg Worked
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The Battle of Gettysburg is the most famous battle of the Civil War. Learn about the Battle of Gettysburg and the events leading to Gettysburg.
Hispanic or Latino? It's Complicated
HowStuffWorks explores the differences between terms like Hispanic, Latino, Chicano and Mexican-American.
How Good Are You at Spelling, Really?
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Think you're a good speller? Let's put that to the test! We're going beyond "the" and "teh", "broccoli" and "brocoli" or "truely" and "truly" to quiz you on some of the hardest words for English speakers to get right.
Fast and Furious Hibachi-style Grilling Is Both Dinner and Theater
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The word "hibachi" has its origins in Japan, where it translates to "fire pot."
The Misrepresentation of 'Nosferatu' in Vampire Lore   Â
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Popularized in the novel 'Dracula' (1897) by Bram Stoker, and the film 'Nosferatu' in 1922, the word 'nosferatu' is largely considered to be an archaic Romanian word, synonymous with 'vampire.'
How Do Equity and Equality Differ?
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While the words "equality" and "equity" sound alike, the meanings are quite different. Here's what they stand for and why it matters.
Do Coyotes and Badgers Work Together to Find Food?
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Coyotes and badgers may be unlikely hunting allies, but research shows that these two work together to snare food. How do coyotes and badgers work together?
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.
How Prohibition Worked
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Prohibition was a constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcohol in the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at prohibition and why it failed.
Is It 'Theater' or 'Theatre'?
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Why are there two spellings for theater? And which one is correct? Find out at HowStuffWorks.