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Sunday, 9 March 2025

Oops! 6 English Words Created Through a Mistake

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Oops! 6 English Words Created Through a Mistake

When a certain nonsense word or spelling variation gets used often enough, it gains the attention of lexicographers and might eventually get the "official" dictionary seal of approval.

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We have to make due (or is it make do?) in tough situations. Let's at least clear up the spelling.

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Does it really matter if you say "jam" or "jelly"? To a preserves connoisseur, yes! If you want to get technical, check out these sets of words that are commonly — and incorrectly — thought to mean the same thing.

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Why Do We Call Them "Wisdom Teeth"?

Some fanciful terms for the human body have existed for centuries, and are now more commonly used than their scientific alternatives. Let's look at the origins behind wisdom teeth.