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Vocab from And the Mountains Echoed: Blithe

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Do you know what blithe means? Stop by and test your vocab with my word nerd workout.

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

A Runner’s Lexicon

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 56 Comments

Do you know what a fartlek is? Join my guest Nicole from Work In Sweats Mama as she translates words from the running life.

Improving vocabulary

Wondrous Words for College Rivalry: Hokies and ‘Hoos

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I'm a 'Hoo, who you? Join me to learn some history about Virginia mascots.

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Vocabulary for Foodies: Umami

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Have you heard of the mysterious "fifth taste"? Not sweet, sour, bitter, or salty, but UMAMI! Learn something today from the Word Nerd.

Improving vocabulary

What Does Uber Really Mean?

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 18 Comments

My wondrous word isn't actually a word, but it's ubercool. Learn a little German with me today.

Improving vocabulary

What’s the Story Behind the Olympic Motto?

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 18 Comments

The Olympic motto is "citius, altius, fortius." Do you know what these words mean or where they come from? Let the Word Nerd help you out.

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