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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.

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Snuggling, snudging and snerdling – Susie Dent offers up her pick of cosy words

Our lexicographer bundles up her choice of words that describe the wonderful sensation of being cosy.