How an irritating acquaintance became shorthand for a computer glitch.
Language
Discover where the phrase “back to the grind” came from, and how “grind” went from college slang for hard work to an everyday expression.
Stuck on today's Wordle puzzle? Discover essential 5-letter words starting with 'E' to keep your winning streak alive and secure today's answer.
From "across the board" to "hedge your bets," these phrases have their roots in blackjack, horse racing, and more.
Is lychee pronounced "lie-chee" or "lee-chee"? Learn why both pronunciations are correct and how the fruit’s Chinese origins shaped the word in English.
You speak more French than you think—probably before breakfast. Discover 12 words you might not have realized have French origins.
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Names
This familiar name has secured its place in music history, appearing in more song titles than any other across generations.
From UN recognition to centuries-old history, here's why Turkey is now called Türkiye in the World Cup—and how the Thanksgiving bird ended up sharing its name.
Where did we get Dick from Richard? Why is Bill short for William? Here are the origin stories behind 11 popular and particularly confounding nicknames.
From Stephen King and Agatha Christie to Freida McFadden and Anne Rice, these authors all used different names for one reason or another.
