8 Expressions You’ll Hear in Texas

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Idioms 4 min read 8 Expressions You'll Hear in Texas Learn some Texan expressions that capture the charm, wit, and larger-than-life personality of the Lone Star State. Continue reading Slang 4 min read 5 Words That Meant Something Completely Different 50 Years Ago In 1974, a "tablet" was a slab of stone and a "meme" didn't even exist – here's how five everyday words have completely changed their meaning over the past five decades. Continue reading Idioms 3 min read Wordy Puns and Dad Jokes From History Puns, silly turns of phrase, and the groan-worthy dad joke are not modern inventions. Whether you're looking to lighten the mood, reconnect with a friend, or make a child laugh, here are a few historical favorites that are as effective now as ever.  Continue reading Vocabulary 4 min read Oops! 6 English Words Created Through a Mistake When a certain nonsense word or spelling variation gets used often enough, it gains the attention of lexicographers and might eventually get the "official" dictionary seal of approval. Continue reading

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