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Word of the Day: November 16, 2021 Nov 16, 2021

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Everyone wants to feel welcome, but even the most sociable among us knows the cold sting of today’s word. It's a verb that means “to exclude, by general consent, from society, friendship, conversation, privileges, and the like.” Do you know it? Tap play to learn more!

Word of the Day: November 15, 2021 Nov 15, 2021

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The answers to many questions can be found blowing in the wind—and as today’s word can tell us, we’re in for quite the gale. The word of the day is a noun that means “a cold and dry southwesterly wind that sweeps down over the pampas of Argentina from the Andes.” Can you guess it? Listen now for more!

Word of the Day: November 14, 2021 Nov 14, 2021

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Today’s word tells us that there’s a point where solitude can become too much of a good thing. It's an adjective that means “deprived or destitute of inhabitants” or “deserted.” Do you know it? Tap play to hear more!

Word of the Day: November 13, 2021 Nov 13, 2021

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Today’s word will take us to that magical space where freshwater and saltwater meet. It's an adjective that means “somewhat salty or briny, as the water in an estuary or salt marsh.” What could it be? Tap play to hear!

Word of the Day: November 12, 2021 Nov 12, 2021

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Whether you’re a black belt or just starting to dabble in the martial arts, today’s word will serve as your home base. It's a noun that means “a school or practice hall where karate, judo, or other martial arts are taught.” What is it? Listen in for more!

Word of the Day: November 11, 2021 Nov 11, 2021

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Today’s word is well known for its appearances in autographs, signatures, and the finest calligraphy. It's a noun that means “an ornamental, fancy curl or twist, as in a signature.” Do you know it? Tap play with a flourish to find out more!

Word of the Day: November 10, 2021 Nov 10, 2021

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Today’s word is a load of…something—but not what you’ll picture in the moment after you hear it. It's an adjective that means “given to or characterized by gross excess in drinking or eating.” What could it be? Indulge in more by pressing play!

Word of the Day: November 9, 2021 Nov 09, 2021

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If you want to avoid the more costly options for dining out, today’s word will point you in the right direction. The word of the day is a noun that means “an unpretentious restaurant or tavern that serves drinks, especially beer, and simple or hearty food.” Can you guess it? Listen in to see if you're right!

Word of the Day: November 8, 2021 Nov 08, 2021

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Have you ever seen the rain? Perhaps you’ve even seen a sunshower! Today’s word is for a third type of rain. It's a noun that means “fine rain falling after sunset from a sky in which no clouds are visible.” Do you know it? Tune in to hear more!

Word of the Day: November 7, 2021 Nov 07, 2021

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Pack your woolies, word lovers, because today’s word is going to take us north to cooler climes. The word of the day is a noun that means “a shaman in Inuit society.” Can you divine what it is? Tap play to find out!

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