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Word of the Day :  September 15, 2025 Askance adverb uh-SKANSS What It Means Askance means "in a way that shows a lack of trust or approval" or "with a side-glance."   // I couldn't help but look askance at the dealer's assurances that the car had never been in an accident. // Several people eyed them askance when they walked … Continue reading Word of the Day: Askance

Word of the Day : September 12, 2025 Flummox verb FLUM-uks What It Means To flummox someone is to confuse or perplex them. // The actor was easily flummoxed by last-minute changes to the script. See the entry > FLUMMOX In Context “If Thursday crosswords flummox you, remember that it’s much better for your stress level to do your best and sharpen your skills … Continue reading Word of the Day : Flummox

Word of the Day : September 10, 2025 Griot noun GREE-oh What It Means The term griot refers to any of a class of musician-entertainers of western Africa whose performances include tribal histories and genealogies. The term is also used broadly to refer to a storyteller. // Tracing her family lineage back to West African griots inspired the singer to … Continue reading Word of the Day : Griot

Word of the Day : September 9, 2025 Insinuate verb in-SIN-yuh-wayt  What It Means To insinuate something (especially something bad or insulting) is to say it in a subtle or indirect way. Insinuate can also mean "to gradually make (oneself) a part of a group, a person's life, etc., often by behaving in a dishonest way." // When … Continue reading Word of the Day : Insinuate