Decoding how to keep score in tennis
Since my son loves tennis, I'm trying to figure it out. But the scoring system doesn't make it easy! Here's some background info to help.
Tag: etymology
The meaning Behind Black Friday
The "official start" of what should be a joyous season has some very dark history. Shoppers, be careful, in lots of ways.
When to Use Denounce & Renounce
Do you know the difference between denounce and renounce? The Word Nerd explains.
What Is Atavism?
I'm reading All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr and have had to look up plenty of words. For example: atavistic. Do you know what it means? Come le...
What’s an IPA?
My kids are starting school, we're cramming in summer fun, and I haven't eaten a sit down meal in two days. No wonder my post today is about beer, specifically...
Does Yogurt Really Mean “Long Life”?
My local frozen yogurt shop claims that "yogurt" means "long life". I did some research about this tasty and healthy snack.