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Word of the Day :  September 29, 2025 Obliterate verb uh-BLIT-uh-rayt What It Means To obliterate something is to destroy it completely so that nothing is left, to destroy utterly all trace, indication, or significance of it. It can also mean "to remove utterly from recognition or memory." // The wave completely obliterated our sandcastles. // The October … Continue reading Word of the Day: Obliterate

Word of the Day : September 26, 2025 Gesundheit interjection guh-ZOONT-hyte What It Means Gesundheit is an interjection used to wish good health to one who has just sneezed. // I sneezed three times in a row, and my coworker called "gesundheit!" from the next cubicle. See the entry > GESUNDHEIT In Context "Personally, I did not … Continue reading Word of the Day: Gesundheit

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