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Word of the Day: October 9, 2023 Juncture noun JUNK-cher What It Means Juncture refers to an important point in a process or activity, or to a junction, that is, a place where things join. // "At this juncture in the editing process," said Philip, "it is important that all facts have been double-checked and sources verified." // At the juncture of … Continue reading Word of the Day – Juncture

Word of the Day : October 6, 2023 Demarcate verb dih-MAHR-kayt What It Means To demarcate something is to fix or define its limits or edges. // Treaty negotiations are underway, and both parties have agreed to accept whatever boundaries are demarcated in that document. See the entry >   DEMARCATE In Context "In the 15th century, farmers on … Continue reading Word of the Day – Demarcate

Word of the Day : October 4, 2023 Splenetic adjective splih-NET-ik What It Means Splenetic is a formal word that typically describes expressions of sharp annoyance and anger. // The newspaper publisher's splenetic editorials often struck fear into local politicians. See the entry >   SPLENETIC In Context "A strange combination of intricate, almost sci-fi-inflected psychological thriller, splenetic social-breakdown broadside and two-hander (torture) chamber … Continue reading Word of the Day – Splenetic

Word of the Day : October 3, 2023 Faze verb FAYZ What It Means To faze someone is to disturb their composure. Faze is a synonym of disconcert and daunt. // My grandfather was a stolid individual who was not easily fazed by life's troubles. See the entry > FAZE in Context "The Patriots apparently weren’t fazed that their 6-2, 185-pound receiver reportedly had the thinnest wrists in the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Faze