Articles By: Susie Dent
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Susie Dent is star-struck by the origin of some common words
“We can still catch an echo of the constellations if we listen hard enough,” says our lexicographer.
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Susie Dent on the real people behind our most popular expressions
Our columnist reveals the real-life stories of the people behind some of our most famous words and sayings.
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Susie Dent on icky words
Our lexicographer rounds up the secret stories behind common words with an ‘icky’ origin.
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Susie Dent on mispronunciations
Our lexicographer shares a few of her favourite mispronunciation slip-ups.