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Susie Dent on the words we hate

So... Like... Going forward... Susie Dent on the words and phrases people would love to ban.
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Susie Dent on nominative determinism

From a meteorologist called Sarah Blizzard to a policeman named Rob Banks, our columnist shares some of her favourite examples of nominative determinism.

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Susie Dent on festive words and phrases

With the ‘jolly-timbered’ Santa on his way, our columnist shares her favourite seasonal sayings.
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Why slang remains a secret sanctuary for the young

As Susie Dent gets to grips with some teenage slang, the Countdown lexicographer argues young people devising their own lingo proves English is evolving as it should.