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The word ‘queue’ is the only word in English that is pronounced the same way when the last four letters are removed.
The word 'queue' and the letter 'q' are phonetically identical, making it a unique case in English where removing multiple letters doesn't change the pronunciation. This quirk demonstrates the complex relationship between English spelling and pronunciation, influenced by the word's French origins.
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The word ‘nerd’ first appeared in Dr. Seuss’s book ‘If I Ran the Zoo’ in 1950.
Dr. Seuss invented the word as the name of a grumpy fantasy creature, but it quickly evolved to...
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‘Emoji’ doesn’t come from ’emotion’ but from Japanese words meaning ‘picture letter.’
Despite popular belief, 'emoji' combines the Japanese 'e' (picture) and 'moji' (character), not the English word 'emotion.' This...
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The word ‘testify’ has its roots in ancient Rome, where men swore on their testicles.
In ancient Rome, men would take oaths while holding their testicles, considered a symbol of virility and truthfulness....