The meaning of nature has shifted since the word was first used in the 15th century. But is changing the dictionary definition a good idea?
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An irresistible history of the OED reveals that English is a global language in its sources, its reach and its ownership.
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Could bringing back words with positive meanings make us happier?
It’s remarkable how quickly we’ve all taken on a set of new words and phrases to describe the pandemic.
The word ‘OK’ has only been around for 180 years, but it’s become the most spoken word on the planet.
The digital revolution changed the debate about censorship.
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Professor of English and Related Literature, University of Oxford
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Adjunct Professor, College of Arts, Social Sciences and Commerce, La Trobe University
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Professor of English, Arizona State University
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Reader, School of English, Communication and Philosophy, Cardiff University
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Distinguished Professor of Creative Practice, Faculty of Arts and Design, University of Canberra
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Associate Professor in Sociolinguistics, Birmingham City University
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Professor of Applied Ecology, University of Reading
