People who lie often repeat certain words and expressions. Psychologists explain what they are, why they use them, and how to ...
After President Donald Trump used the word "retarded" recently, social media posts including the term tripled, fueling a ...
The R-word is making a comeback. Credit: Mashable illustration / Stacey Zhu Once pushed to the margins of acceptable language thanks to campaigns like "Spread the Word to End the Word," the R-word all ...
Words are to journalists what calories are to athletes: Language is the primary fuel that powers storytelling. When professional athletes eat junk, their performance suffers and their fans are ...
It’s common to be told that filler words are bad, whether you’re in an in-person interview or chatting online, but avoiding them outright can worsen communication.
Trump's foes and friends have noticed a revival of the term, which advocates say is harmful to Americans with mental disabilities.
It’s not uncommon for people to assume the bigger the word, the smarter the person saying it is. Big words have a reputation for being used by only the most intelligent and professional individuals.