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Mashed Radish

Etymology at the intersection of news, life, and everyday language.

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  • Workplace Word Origins: engineer, salary, office, freelance, deadline

    Workplace Word Origins: engineer, salary, office, freelance, deadline

    If you’re a freelancer, you’re a mercenary knight—at least etymologically speaking. Read more.

    John Kelly
    September 9, 2025
    Workplace Word Origins

  • Newsy etymology: haboob, dictator, cracker, barrel, engagement, de minimis

    Newsy etymology: haboob, dictator, cracker, barrel, engagement, de minimis

    Plus, fun facts about saltines and solitaire. Read more.

    John Kelly
    August 29, 2025
    Roundup

  • Yapping etymological on “That Word Chat”

    Yapping etymological on “That Word Chat”

    Come for my loquacity. Stay for the etymology quiz! Read more.

    John Kelly
    August 15, 2025
    media

  • Hugo

    Hugo

    In etymological memoriam of a dog of such great heart—and soul. Read more.

    John Kelly
    August 11, 2025
    Feature

  • “Paper Airplane” takes flight

    “Paper Airplane” takes flight

    This new, independent digital magazine offers up some sorely needed wonder and whimsy. Read more.

    John Kelly
    July 13, 2025
    Review

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