Don't Get Fooled — It's "Hornswoggle"

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Howdy, linguaphile! To hornswoggle is to cheat or swindle, often in a humorous or exaggerated way. This lively Americanism from the 1800s is just as fun to say as it is to catch in action. Don't fall for it! WORD OF THE DAY May 31, 2025 hornswoggle [ hawrn-swog-uhl ] verb to cheat or swindle Learn More About This Word Worried About a "Beige Flag"? What Exactly Does This Term Mean? Is that behavior a "red flag" or a "beige flag"? Here's how to spot the difference. Keep reading About Us | Privacy Policy | Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe This email has been sent to anujshailgupt.worldofwords@blogger.com by Dictionary.com LLC. 777 Mariners Island Blvd, Suite 600, San Mateo, CA 94404

Make an Impression with "Dactylogram"

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Greetings, Sherlock! A dactylogram is a fingerprint — your personal, swirly signature. The term combines Greek words for "finger" and "writing." It's scientific, unique, and a surefire way to leave your mark. WORD OF THE DAY May 30, 2025 dactylogram [ dak-til-uh-gram ] noun a fingerprint Learn More About This Word News from May 24–May 30, 2025 Each week, we scan the latest headlines to spot words in action. From major news stories to pop culture buzz, this list highlights language as it's unfolding. Keep reading About Us | Privacy Policy | Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe This email has been sent to anujshailgupt.worldofwords@blogger.com by Dictionary.com LLC. 777 Mariners Island Blvd, Suite 600, San Mateo, CA 94404