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Sean Duggan

I have been an English speaker for practically all of my life, all of it if you include those pre-verbal years. I love language and I am constantly fascinated by the subtle differences in meaning between supposed synonyms and I therefore highly treasure any new vocabulary I can find.

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10 What is a one-word synonym for “religious symbol”? Mar 4 '16
8 Appropriate word for someone immune to embarrassment? Jun 6 '16
7 Is there a word that back-of-the-throat creaky rattle that young babies do? Mar 14 '16
7 Usage of “more than” before a verb Jan 12 '12
5 Does “effusive” have a negative connotation? Jan 31 '12
5 Interjection for the sound of a bell Jan 31 '12
5 What are alternative expressions being taken place with “pull off the upset”? Jan 7 '12
5 Is there an expression to indicate the strategy of wearing someone down with numerous small irritations? May 31 '16
4 “Chief Cook and Bottle Washer” meaning and etymology Feb 19 '14
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