by Kevin Burton Winter has some words for you, even as you perhaps, have some muttered, unkind words for winter. Merriam-Webster dictionary is just a collector of words, and I a mere humble blogger. So we’re not worthy of blame, though we have conspired today to bring you words you would rather not …
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What Makes You Think You’re So Smart?
by Dictionary Scoop We all had that friend who seemed to ace every class without even trying. But as it turns out, intelligence isn’t always about grades or test scores. Sometimes, it shows up in the most unexpected ways. Neuroscientists have revealed several everyday behaviors and habits that often characterize highly intelligent people. Do you fit …
A Little Fresh Air (Scientifically) Good For You
by Yasmin Rufo BBC News If you’ve ever felt calmer after a walk in the park or a stroll through the woods, it’s not your imagination – it’s biology. Spending just 20 minutes in nature can trigger measurable changes inside your body, from lowering stress hormones, to easing blood pressure and even improving …
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Breaking Ice, Chewing Fat, 12 Social Idioms
by Dictionary Scoop We often say things like “break the ice” or “hit it off” when discussing hanging out with people, without giving much thought to these idioms. But each one has a specific origin and meaning. Have you ever stopped to think about these 12? 1-Break the ice The phrase “break the …
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Mixed Up In The Mayhem Of Miscellany
by Kevin Burton You have a drawer like this, admit it. It’s that drawer where you keep things, small things. They will be useful, you swear, and you don’t dare throw them away. Twist ties, bolts, rubber bands. That drawer is a physical category for the uncategorizable. You may even have …
You Never Forget Your First Hate (Dodgers)
by Kevin Burton My very first ecstatic sports moment came via a baseball wild pitch. The Cincinnati Reds won the 1972 pennant by scoring two runs in the ninth inning of game 5. First Johnny Bench hit a tying home run. Then with two outs, Pittsburgh pitcher Bob Moose uncorked a game-ending wild …
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How Are You? Odd Emotions Put Into Words
by Dictionary Scoop Ever felt something so oddly specific that you couldn’t quite put it into words? Turns out, there are words for those hard-to-describe emotions—you just haven’t heard them yet. Here are a few you might recognize from your own inner world. 1-Mal de Coucou: Friends everywhere, but no real connection …
Put Your Hand To The Plow, For The Gospel
by Kevin Burton I have spent most of my life in the American Midwest, the breadbasket of the world, but I never did learn to use a plow. Nevertheless we are going to talk plows today as we learn about focus and hard work in service to God, in a message from Dr. …
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An Unabridged Look At Abbreviations
by Dictionary Scoop You probably rattle off “PIN,” “USB,” or “Mrs.” without hesitating, but do you actually know what those letters stand for? Some abbreviations come from Latin, some from long-lost measurements, and a few make absolutely no sense at first glance. So let’s dive into the interesting roots of 12 common abbreviations …
Adjectives You Didn’t Know You Needed
by Kevin Burton A friend in college called herself “Madam Loquacia” to make light of the fact that she talked a lot. Now that’s what I call making the most of your adjectives! (See number 8 on our list below.) Strong muscles help a person who is blessed with them do work. …
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