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Why You "Whet Your Appetite" but "Wet Your Whistle," and Other Historical Homophones

Why You "Whet Your Appetite" but "Wet Your Whistle," and Other Historical Homophones

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NYC Speaks: The Difference Between Brooklyn and Manhattan Accents

NYC Speaks: The Difference Between Brooklyn and Manhattan Accents

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How "Beach" Became Synonymous With "Paradise"

How "Beach" Became Synonymous With "Paradise"

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British vs. American: The Origins of English Dialects

British vs. American: The Origins of English Dialects

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Letter Perfect: A Guide to Writing Professional and Informal Letters

Letter Perfect: A Guide to Writing Professional and Informal Letters

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13 Uncommon Words to Describe Your Dinner

13 Uncommon Words to Describe Your Dinner

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Beyond “Toot” and “Bang” — Words You Didn’t Know Were Onomatopoeias

Beyond “Toot” and “Bang” — Words You Didn’t Know Were Onomatopoeias

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Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A History of the Word “Mail”

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A History of the Word “Mail”

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Nutella, Porsche, and Other Mispronounced Brand Names

Nutella, Porsche, and Other Mispronounced Brand Names

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