Does your handwriting look like chicken scratches, calligraphy, or maybe something in between? Martha and Grant discuss the state of penmanship, the phenomenon linguists call creaky voice, euphemisms for going to the bathroom, and the New England...
Is there a distinction to be made between envy and jealousy? The hosts try to parse out the difference. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Envy vs. Jealousy” Hello, you have A Way with Words. Hi, my name is Lee. I’m calling from Elk...
A caller observes that after moving to Indianapolis, he noticed that many of the locals say the names of commercial enterprises as if they’re plural or possessive, even when they’re not, such as calling Walmart “Walmart’s.” Grant explains the...
turkey dope n.— «Another male is charged with possession and intent to distribute an imitation substance. Detectives referred to it as “turkey dope,” and say it’s a fake which dealers try to pass off as real narcotics.» —“Drug raid leads to 3...