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New words: 'beer muscles' & 'waka jumpers,' with Fiona McPherson.

Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

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Unpacking 'Beer Muscles' and Language Evolution

This chapter explores the concept of 'beer muscles' and its connection to bravado often triggered by alcohol, alongside the evolution of slang reflected in modern resources like Urban Dictionary. Additionally, it highlights the Oxford English Dictionary's efforts to inclusively document global English usage, introducing new colloquialisms from diverse cultures.

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