The word ephemeral means “lasting for a very short time.” It’s often used to describe things that are fleeting, temporary or ...

The word “sagacious” means having or showing good discernment or keen mental judgment. It is an adjective that describes ...

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Gen Z slang words have become quite popular, and if you haven’t been able to keep yourself updated, take a look at these 20 ...

By John Hood Are you an epicurean? The answer to this question reveals something about you, the English language, and the power of propaganda. Next year, North Carolina and the nation will enter a ...

Are you an epicurean? The answer to this question reveals something about you, the English language, and the power of ...

Ableist microaggressions are made by able-bodied people who don’t understand the realities of living with a disability.

The hottest piece of generation alpha slang this week is “sendy.” It’s an adjective that describes a person who does bold and/or exciting things. The phrase "let’s get sendy” means something like “let ...

When people talk about “bias in the news,” it often comes with a suspicion: the idea that reporters simply repeat what ...

“Jawn” is one of those nonsense words, like “six-seven,” that doesn’t really have a meaning. Teens just know it’s popular and everyone’s saying it, so they are starting to say it too. The quickest way ...

Vladimir Putin has ordered 135,000 young men into military conscription in Russia’s largest autumn call-up in more than a ...

It can be a subtle but effective way to encourage friends to see you in a broader light. Hearing "you look tired" can sting ...