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Tag: Linguistics

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Ablaut Reduplication: Why Does Saying “Flip Flop” Feels More Correct Than “Flop Flip”?

January 6, 2018 Linguistics
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Is It Duck Tape Or Duct Tape?

October 19, 2017 Linguistics
What Is The Origin Of The Word "OK"?

What Is The Origin Of The Word “OK”?

February 10, 2017 Linguistics
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Why Do Ships And Airplanes Use The Term ‘Mayday’ When They’re In Danger?

December 27, 2016 Linguistics
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Why Is ‘Colonel’ Pronounced ‘Kernel’?

July 16, 2016 Linguistics
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Which Is The Oldest Language Known To Humanity?

June 4, 2016 Linguistics
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