History of Words
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You Call That English?
a whimsical introduction to regional variations in language
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Mustard: Not Just Another Condiment
A discussion of the history of mustard and its various uses
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Language-- Right or Wrong: Who Decides?
An essay discussing who, if anyone, should determine correct usage of the English language.
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A Living, Growing Language
An essay on how living languages grow and change.
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What do you REALLY know about ketchup?
A brief history of an American staple and its development.
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It's No Bull... The Story of John Bull, Typical Englishman
A history of the term "John Bull" as applied to the English.
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Catercorner
A guest article by Dr. Gary Lehmann on the origin of catercorner.
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"The Honeymoon... how to make it last"
A discussion of the history of the term "honeymoon"
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"When the Moon Hits Your Eye"
A discussion of the word "amour" and related words.
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Wedlock: Locked in Marriage?
A history of the word "wedlock"
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The Very Beginning
A discussion of the word "beginning" including history, phrases and usage
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THE WONDERFUL HISTORY OF WORDS
A column describing how words and phrases can show the world and how it has changed.
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