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Dictionary Removes Beaver, Replaces With Blog and Blackberry

Michelle Howard | Posted 09.14.2009 | Green

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Michelle Howard

Another loss for team nature with the decision by the publisher of the Oxford Junior Dictionary to replace dozens of nature-related words with more relevant words like "blog" and "MP3 player."

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Merriam-Webster Dictionary Adds Definition Of 'Earmark'

Los Angeles Times | Richard Simon | Posted 08.18.2009 | Media

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Those who pore over congressional legislation in search of earmarks often have been guided by the "I know it when I see it" maxim that Justice Potter ...

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Carbon Footprint, Locavore Among The New Words Added To Merriam-Webster Dictionary, READ MORE HERE

AP | The Associated Press | Posted 08.09.2009 | Green

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Merriam-Webster Inc. has added more than 100 entries to the latest edition of its Collegiate Dictionary. Here are some, along with the year in which M...

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15 Words You Won't Believe They Added to the Dictionary

Cracked.com | Posted 06.26.2009 | Comedy

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The Oxford English Dictionary is constantly updating, adding new words to reflect the vibrant changes in language and culture. Of course, that also me...

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The NY/LA Dictionary

Emily Bracken | Posted 03.19.2009 | Comedy

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Emily Bracken

When an Angeleno says, "Have a nice day," what he really means is, "F-- you," and when a New Yorker says, "F-- you," he really means, "Have a nice day."

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Merrily Skipping Into the Unknown

Jen Sincero | Posted 02.09.2009 | Living

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Jen Sincero

Our thoughts and perceptions define our realities, so redefine the way you perceive the unknown. Start thinking of it as exciting, exhilarating, something to throw yourself into and conquer.

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A Thug By Any Other Name

Judy Muller | Posted 02.06.2009 | Media

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Judy Muller

If you are one of those people who are often the last to hear about the latest addition to the list of politically-incorrect words, this is for you. I clearly count myself among your number.

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2007's New Words: Pick One As Your Band Name

236.com | Posted 03.28.2008 | Home

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It's that time of the year again: year-end list season. And doesn't it seem like it comes earlier every year? One of the latest is the New York Times...

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