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Under the etymological cover of “coverage”
The roots of coverage span from medieval fire prevention to famous Scottish diaries. On Monday, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimated that 24 million Americans will lose coverage over the next decade under the Republican plan to replace Obamacare. Let’s follow up on last week’s look at insurance by reading over the etymological terms Read more.
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Etymology of the Day: Skosh
“Some more coffee?” “Just a skosh more, please.” “These brownies are so delicious!” “I add a skosh of cayenne pepper to the batter.” Skosh is a fun and informal term for a small amount or a little, but its origins are mighty surprising. . Read more.
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Who knew the word “insurance” was so complicated?
Insurance ultimately comes from the Latin securus, “free from care.” Health insurance was front and center this week as Speaker of the House Paul Ryan debuted his contentious plan to repeal Obamacare. As Washington continues to deal with the political complexities of health insurance, let’s deal with the etymological complexities of the word insurance. Read more.
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A country, a hat, a palindrome – “Panama”!
What do rum and capybaras have in common? Why, the origin of “Panama.” Read more.
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