
Short Stuff: History of OK
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Unearthing the Origins of 'OK'
This chapter delves into the etymology of the term 'OK', highlighting Alan Walker-Reed's research from the 1960s. It examines how 'OK' emerged from the early 19th-century penny press and explores its cultural significance in contemporary language.
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