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Blueberry Money

If someone still has their blueberry money, chances are they’re a bit stingy. This term from the American Northeast refers to those who’ve held onto the change they made picking and selling blueberries as a kid. This is part of a complete episode...

Faux Po and Pole Tax

A Slang This! contestant guesses at the meaning of the slang terms faux po and pole tax. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Faux Po and Pole Tax” You’re listening to A Way with Words. I’m Grant Barrett. And I’m Martha Barnette, and...