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2021-07 34 of the Craziest Words in English | Express Writers
34 of the Craziest Words in English by Julia McCoy | May 20, 2014 | CopywritingThe English language is, quite possibly, one of the strangest languages out there.Contradicting rules, incredibly unique words, and confusing idioms are just a few reasons why.Do you suffer from abibliophobia?Do you bloviate and carry a bumbershoot with you while you lollygag?Let’s find out in today’s blog that explores some of the craziest words in our living language.34 of the Zaniest, Craziest Words in the Dictionary (Anyth...
Posted on July 19th, 2021
2019-05 RAS Syndrome
RAS Syndrome ("RAS" stands for "redundant acronym syndrome")
AC current (Alternating Current current)ATM Machine (Automated Teller Machine machine)DAT tape (Digital Audio Tape tape)DC Comics (Detective Comics Comics)DC current (Direct Current current)DMZ zone (Demilitarized Zone zone)GOP party (Grand Old party party)GRE exam (Graduate Record Examination examination)HIN Number (Hull Identification Number number)HIV virus (human immunodeficiency virus virus)IRA account (Individual Retirement Account accoun...
Posted on May 31st, 2019
2017-09 How to Generate Upside-Down and Backwards Text
Here’s a stupid geek trick for you. When was the last time you typed in upside-down or backwards text? Probably never. But did you know it’s possible? Whether you want to goof around and freak out your friends or just dress up a website, there’s a site that will let you quickly generate gravity-challenged text. Head to the Unicode Text Converter page to check it out. It’s a barebones site so there’s not much to see. Simply enter text in the bar near the top, and click the Show button to get a list of fan...
Posted on September 28th, 2017
2015-06 Sites with Nature Background Sounds & White Noise
Feeling anxious, or distracted? Research shows that listening to natural sounds can improve your mood, and even your productivity. Whether you want to make nature sounds a part of your day or clear your brain with white noise, today’s Cool Websites and App has you covered with 5 free resources for sounds that will help calm you down so you can get things done – or even just relax. Let’s get started. CalmSounds (Web, MP3s for sale): Simple Collection of Relaxing Sounds Sometimes you just want to hear wave...
Posted on June 6th, 2015