Can language change bad behavior in crowded places? The Irish Railway system has launched an ad campaign to encourage passengers to be more generous at boarding time. For example, have you ever rummaged through your belongings or pretended to have...
We’ve spoken on the show before about conversation openers that differ from the often dreaded “What do you do?” and we heard from one listener who prefers “What keeps you busy?” This is part of a complete episode...
Crazy crossword clues, Round 2: “Letters from your parents”? (3 letters) and “Sound elicited by an electric can opener” (5 letters). This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “More Crossword Clues” Earlier...
dead money n.— «Feeley was scheduled to make $2.4 million in contractual salary from the Eagles in 2009 if he made the roster. If he were to be released prior to the season opener, he would receive a $1 million buyout in what is known as...
dagger shot n.— «“I told our players at the last timeout, “No daggers!’ ” said Aztecs coach Beth Burns, referring to game-changing baskets coaches like to refer to as dagger shots.» —“Rams avoid stumble, win MWC...
lung-opener n. a sporting event which begins a series of contests or a season. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)