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Episode 66: Zarf, haboob, cromulent, and more!

Vocabulary Mnemonics

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Frou-Frou and Gauche: A Linguistic Exploration

This chapter delves into the words 'frou-frou' and 'gauche,' examining their French origins and contemporary usage. It highlights 'frou-frou' as a term for showy clothing and illustrates 'gauche' through a basketball reference, linking it to social awkwardness and clumsiness.

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