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Sabtu, 04 Januari 2025

Yep, Thank Shakespeare for That

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5 Ways Shakespeare Changed How We Talk

Shakespeare's inventive spirit expanded beyond his knack for drama — the Bard coined new words, popularized famous idioms, and even helped standardize the English language.

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What Are Grandparents Called in Different Languages?

Discover the unique grandparent nicknames used in different languages, from "Abuela" in Spanish to "Babushka" in Russian.

Idioms

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Wordy Puns and Dad Jokes From History

Puns, silly turns of phrase, and the groan-worthy dad joke are not modern inventions. Whether you're looking to lighten the mood, reconnect with a friend, or make a child laugh, here are a few historical favorites that are as effective now as ever.

Grammar

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Should It Be "You and I" or "Me and You"?

Pronouns are tricky business and it can be tough to decide whether to say "me" or "I." Is it "look at this picture of me and you" or is it "you and I"? We have a trick for figuring out which pronouns to use.