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Did you ever wonder where words came from or how they've changed over time? Dictionary.com dives into the history of some of our most-used words.

The Odd Origin Of The Word "Squirt"

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How Did Snowflake Become An Insult?

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Words Every 90s Kid Should Remember

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1.3K views5 years ago

Where Did The Word "Narcissist" Come From?

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What Does Anachronism Mean?

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12K views5 years ago
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