Category: Words
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Useful Words for Applying to University in the United States
Applying to a university in the United States can be an exciting but complex process. From choosing your major to managing applications and financial aid there are many steps involved. Understanding the vocabulary for each part of the process is essential, so let’s dive into the key terms.… Keep reading
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Is Weird an Insult? 30 Words for Different Kinds of Weird
During the summer of 2024, the word “weird” found a prominent place in U.S. politics and media. The Kamala Harris campaign branded the Republicans and their policies as “weird.” It can be argued that this single word helped change the whole power dynamic of the race.… Keep reading
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Words You Need for Talking About Harassment in the Workplace
Harassment in the workplace is traumatic and hard to measure, so talking about harassment in the workplace is a challenge for anyone, in any language. Whether you are an HR professional handling complaints, you’ve had a complaint filed against you, or you’ve been a victim of physical, sexual or psychological workplace harassment, this post will…
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Useful Words for Talking about Governments
According to Time Magazine, about 49% of the earth’s population will be asked to vote in national elections in 2024. That means more than half the world is talking about governments that might change this year.… Keep reading
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Words You Need to Play Tennis in English
I received a very specific request for English tennis vocabulary from a Russian bank officer in Switzerland who said, “I am starting my tennis lesson next week with my english speaking teacher, can we improve my vocabulary about this theme?… Keep reading
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Helpful or hurtful? A Guide to 32 Common Politicalisms
What are politcalisms? An -ism is a distinctive practice, system or philosophy, typically a political ideology, a religion or an artistic movement. In today’s world, political words ending in -ism are often used to label people based on their beliefs about government and society.… Keep reading
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