Tell a loved one they’re the kipper’s knickers, gongoozle at your cup of tea and enjoy a much happier New Year: How using more positive words can make you feel good …

Most of us have at least one 'stiffrump' in our lives: 18th-century speak for a stubborn grouch. While every office has a ...

'Unabridged' explores the history of the dictionary – and why it’s in trouble now

Dictionaries were once bestsellers, but between the internet and artificial intelligence, its role in our culture has changed. Stefan Fatsis is out with a new book called Unabridged: The Thrill of ...
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Is the Dictionary Done For?

The print edition of Merriam-Webster was once a touchstone of authority and stability. Then the internet brought about a ...