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Something Rhymes with Purple

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Exploration of Unique Time-telling Methods and Word Origins

The hosts delve into a listener's inquiry about unique time-telling methods, discussing the historical convention of telling time in chunks of 5 and 20 instead of the common 25. They explore the origins of words like 'findels' and 'Steinmeade', as well as the etymology of terms related to golf like 'Stymie'. The chapter also covers the evolution and meanings of words like 'lunch', 'munch', and 'crunch', with a focus on their historical context and usage.

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