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What is Wrong with the N Word?

by Stay at Home Dad

Let there be no doubt- the "N" word is always good for a raised eyebrow or two whenever uttered. Are you feeling insignificant and seeking attention from the media? Toss out the N word when referring to your... published 3 days ago

17 comments    politics media obama

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Texasisms: A Glossary of Texan

by Peter M. Lopez

When traveling abroad, it is usually wise to learn a few words and phrases in the native language to help in case you find yourself in a jam. It is also wise to learn a little about the native culture to make... published 3 months ago

31 comments    entertainment how tips

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JackSpeak - Language and Slang of the Royal Navy

by Rik Ravado

The British Royal Navy has a language all of its own. Jackspeak, or navy slang reflects both its long history and also the culture (good and bad) of the sailor. Everyday expressions. published 7 months ago

8 comments    humor funny history

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Cockney Rhyming Slang! What Does It All Mean?

by compu-smart

is a traditional and fun extension to the English language which originated in the East End of London, and is used by many of the residents of this area. These residents are known as Cockneys...Other parts of... published 2 months ago

36 comments    education how how to

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Australia: Rhyming Slang

by Patty Inglish, MS

Australia's rhyming slang is a lot of fun. Here is a page of such slang that I've learned through teaching English, along with what the terms mean. published 12 months ago

4 comments    entertainment travel adsense

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Name the Body Parts Challenge

by jimmythejock

I was talking with a friend the other day when he set me a challenge, which I thought that I would share with you guys. We all have a body and we all know the names of the parts of the body, but how many... published 13 months ago

4 comments    fun body human

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Speak Geek: Learn Computer Slang

by Curmudgeon

Know how to speak like a true computer geek? If not here's how to chat/IM like a Pro!!! Also Parents who have Teens/Kids who use the internet this is a must read...know what "WTGP?" stands for or the meaning of "POTS" if not learn how to cipher their words online..... published 18 months ago

33 comments    business technology education

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Slang and Language Change

by Patty Inglish, MS

This is information about langages, their relatedness, and how languages change. Slang is a part of this change process over the decades and centuries and really very interesting. published 12 months ago

0 comments    education language english

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Lay, Lie, Sit, and Set

by Patty Inglish, MS

Lay, Lie, Sit, and Set are all verbs that refer to potions and places. This makes them cousins of a sort. To the right, you can see pictures of a bedstead (bedframe, just missing a matress), a couch made from... published 9 months ago

4 comments    education how to children

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Welcome 2 Ghettonation....Please take your seats

by Ambitious26

That is so ghetto. Huh? At a local strip club in Atlanta, a stipper was seen giving a lap dance while eating a chicken wing. Ghetto. "I'm not gone never worry ‘bout buying this dress, ‘cause I'm gone... published 4 weeks ago

0 comments    family education cool

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