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Word of the Day: Anomaly Anomaly noun uh-NAH-muh-lee What It Means Anomaly is a somewhat formal word that refers to something that is remarkable in its deviation from what is usual or expected. // Last summer’s storm was an anomaly for this area. // We were unable to explain the anomalies in the test results. See the entry > ANOMALY In … Continue reading Word of the Day : Anomaly

Word of the Day: September 24, 2025 Brandish verb BRAN-dish What It Means To brandish something, such as a weapon, is to wave or swing it in a threatening or excited manner. // Squeals of laughter erupted as three children brandishing squirt guns rounded the corner of the house. See the entry > BRANDISH In Context “The dancers … Continue reading Word of the Day: Brandish

Word of the Day : September 23, 2025 Nonpareil adjective nahn-puh-REL What It Means Nonpareil describes that which has no equal because it is better than any other. // To this day, the band's debut album is still considered nonpareil, raising the bar for every rock group to follow. See the entry > NONPAREIL In Context "The Crew's … Continue reading Word of the Day: Nonpareil

Word of the Day : September 22, 2025 Catch-22 noun KATCH-twen-tee-TOO What It Means Catch-22 typically refers to a difficult situation for which there is no easy or possible solution. In the narrowest use of the term, it refers to a problematic situation for which the only solution is denied by a circumstance inherent in the problem … Continue reading Word of the Day : Catch-22