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.45chel
Joined: 26 Oct 2007
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 Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 8:18 pm Post subject: Trends |
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I hope the title is broad enough to encourage posting even after my initial blathering.
Has anyone else noticed the trends in word usage on Haloscan?
A few days ago someone used the term 'hack' now several others have used it. (At least, I think they are different people.)
Same with spew...that is such a neat word!
I don't think people are intentionally copying each other, as much as they are being reminded of great words that they wouldn't typically use.
I like words. I definitely don't hold a degree in English, far from it (grammar and commas kill me!) But words (and quotes) can be interesting.
My point is that Haloscan may be good for something other than raising your blood pressure as you argue with your opponents. It may also be instrumental in expanding the knowledge of Franklin County residents. (Apparently, it's also good for receiving psychiatric diagnosises without leaving your home --(Thanks, I already knew I was crazy, I was hoping for some specificity!)
So what word trends have ya'll noticed OR what are you favorite obscure words or definitions.
And No, I'm not a nerd, I don't make enough money!
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hanginout
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| Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 8:48 pm Post subject: |
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| You-ins-guys just let it wit me. |
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.45chel
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| Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 8:54 pm Post subject: |
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| hanginout wrote: | | You-ins-guys just let it wit me. |
Mm'kay
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AnonyMouse
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| Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 10:34 pm Post subject: |
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| Spew is good. I heard someone use "stymie" the other day and I really liked that. You don't hear "stymie" much anymore. |
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.45chel
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| Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 10:44 pm Post subject: |
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| AnonyMouse wrote: | | You don't hear "stymie" much anymore. |
No, you really don't! Good example.
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.45chel
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| Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2007 4:00 pm Post subject: |
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| AnonyMouse wrote: |
Thus saith The Mouse, all-knowing political prognosticator. 
How about that word, 'chel - prognosticator! |
1. To predict according to present indications or signs; foretell. See Synonyms at predict.
2. To foreshadow
Good word, but I don't think it's going to catch on... 
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Coppy
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Coppy
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AnonyMouse
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Not exactly on topic, 'chel, but word-related.
I stumbled across this site called FreeRice. It's a vocabulary program that challenges your word knowledge, and at the same time, donates rice through the United Nations World Food Program. Since October, 3,804,662,490 grains of rice have been donated - that's over 100 metric tons!
So, go test your word knowledge, secure in the knowledge that you are not wasting time playing a game, but are improving your vocabulary and helping to feed the hungry at the same time. What's not to love?!
From the FAQs
| Quote: | How does the FreeRice vocabulary program work?
FreeRice has a custom database containing thousands of words at varying degrees of difficulty. There are words appropriate for people just learning English and words that will challenge the most scholarly professors. In between are thousands of words for students, business people, homemakers, doctors, truck drivers, retired people… everyone!
FreeRice automatically adjusts to your level of vocabulary. It starts by giving you words at different levels of difficulty and then, based on how you do, assigns you an approximate starting level. You then determine a more exact level for yourself as you play. When you get a word wrong, you go to an easier level. When you get three words in a row right, you go to a harder level. This one-to-three ratio is best for keeping you at the “outer fringe” of your vocabulary, where learning can take place.
There are 50 levels in all, but it is rare for people to get above level 48. |
| Quote: | Who pays for the donated rice?
The rice is paid for by the advertisers whose names you see on the bottom of your vocabulary screen. This is regular advertising for these companies, but it is also something more. Through their advertising at FreeRice, these companies support both learning (free vocabulary for everyone) and reducing hunger (free rice for the hungry). We commend these companies for their participation at FreeRice. |
www.freerice.com |
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QueenofHearts
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| Posted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 10:24 am Post subject: |
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| AnonyMouse wrote: | Not exactly on topic, 'chel, but word-related.
I stumbled across this site called FreeRice. It's a vocabulary program that challenges your word knowledge, and at the same time, donates rice through the United Nations World Food Program. Since October, 3,804,662,490 grains of rice have been donated - that's over 100 metric tons!
So, go test your word knowledge, secure in the knowledge that you are not wasting time playing a game, but are improving your vocabulary and helping to feed the hungry at the same time. What's not to love?!
From the FAQs
| Quote: | How does the FreeRice vocabulary program work?
FreeRice has a custom database containing thousands of words at varying degrees of difficulty. There are words appropriate for people just learning English and words that will challenge the most scholarly professors. In between are thousands of words for students, business people, homemakers, doctors, truck drivers, retired people… everyone!
FreeRice automatically adjusts to your level of vocabulary. It starts by giving you words at different levels of difficulty and then, based on how you do, assigns you an approximate starting level. You then determine a more exact level for yourself as you play. When you get a word wrong, you go to an easier level. When you get three words in a row right, you go to a harder level. This one-to-three ratio is best for keeping you at the “outer fringe” of your vocabulary, where learning can take place.
There are 50 levels in all, but it is rare for people to get above level 48. |
| Quote: | Who pays for the donated rice?
The rice is paid for by the advertisers whose names you see on the bottom of your vocabulary screen. This is regular advertising for these companies, but it is also something more. Through their advertising at FreeRice, these companies support both learning (free vocabulary for everyone) and reducing hunger (free rice for the hungry). We commend these companies for their participation at FreeRice. |
www.freerice.com |
That IS a cool site!
I went there Sunday and I donated 500 grains of rice. I stayed at level 50 for a long time. I just couldn't sit any longer. It's fun, try it!
It can be confirmed at www.snopes.com
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QueenofHearts
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| Posted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 10:34 am Post subject: Re: Trends |
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| .45chel wrote: |
A few days ago someone used the term 'hack' now several others have used it. (At least, I think they are different people.)
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Oh! "Hack", that word turned out to be a very ugly word for someone I know.
Isn't it disheartening when one simple word can change the way a person thinks about themselves and what they do? Especially when they thought they were doing something really good for their community. One word can kill the very essence of someone's being.  |
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.45chel
Joined: 26 Oct 2007
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| Posted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 9:53 pm Post subject: |
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Queen,
Words are a powerful thing; I feel far more pain from verbal assault than physical. The physical pain fades, as the verbal continues to linger.
We like to believe that we do not care what others think of us. At least, that's what I believe. To be perfectly truthful, I cannot imagine that there is a person who truly does not give their detractors a second thought. Such a person may actually exist, but I can't imagine their thought processes!
Of course, if your detractors are on Haloscan, I suppose they may be easier to shake off and sleep like a baby!...Which is probably why Dave is so feisty!
P.S. I'm assuming your friend is not in a computer related field.
Anonymouse: That website is addictive...and slightly annoying. I'm not dumb enough to think I know alot of words, but I have encountered quite a few where I think; "Oh! I know this! Oh, what is it again?" Of course, there are also quite a few where I've never heard a peep that was similar.
Thank you!
Why, yes, as a matter of fact, I am a poikilotherm! 
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QueenofHearts
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| Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2007 10:03 am Post subject: |
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| .45chel wrote: |
Why, yes, as a matter of fact, I am a poikilotherm! |
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Dave
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| Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2007 12:46 pm Post subject: |
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I like the term. I had to look it up. After the holidays, I am a total porkilotherm. or is it a oinkilotherm.
Anyway, I do tend to get a little annoyed at those on Haloscan. There is one of the anonymous guys that follow me post to post trashing what I write regardless of how stupid he/she sounds. He is different than than Tweedle Anonymous. Tweedle takes notes & must have a file of copy & paste comments.
Thanks for the new term. |
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anonymous_coward
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| Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2007 7:22 pm Post subject: |
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| I've noticed everyone everywhere uses ironic to mean coincidental or hypocritical. |
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