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Today's #WordOfTheDay is skirl. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/4ceYBjf

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I ordered a watch that looked great online, but when it finally arrived, it was clearly brummagem: the "stainless steel" back was actually plastic, and the "leather" strap felt like cardboard. Today's #WordOfTheDay means showy but cheaply made or worthless. ⌚Share this with someone who’s been fooled by a “deal!"

Today's #WordOfTheDay is brummagem. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/48ye3Wy

Today's #WordOfTheDay is flâneur. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/3RAtQPb

I spend some weekends wandering around town, people-watching, and popping into shops — feeling like a true flâneur. Today's #WordOfTheDay refers to a leisurely observer, strolling just to take it all in. Share this with someone who enjoys the wander.

I love my friend Jamie, but she’s so mercurial — she always wants to change plans at the very last minute.This #WordOfTheDay means unpredictable or quick to change moods or decisions. Can you use it in a sentence below?

Today's #WordOfTheDay is mercurial. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/3NMMEJB

I was in a total swivet this morning because I couldn't find my car keys. 🔑 Our #WordOfTheDay refers to anxious haste or nervous excitement. Share this with someone who can relate!

Today's #WordOfTheDay is swivet. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/4bVqEFv

After dinner, I guess we tarried too long at our table, because our server politely let us know another group was waiting to be seated. 🍽️Today's #WordOfTheDay means to delay or linger longer than you should. Share this with someone who never wants the night to end!

Today's #WordOfTheDay is tarry. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/3O0LFFJ

I found someone's old handwritten note in a used book that was quietly poignant. Our #WordOfTheDay means deeply moving or emotionally striking. 🫶Share this with someone who appreciates small, meaningful moments.

Today's #WordOfTheDay is poignant. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/48gSpGc

Looking at photos of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, I was amazed by her sprezzatura. Her hair was sometimes a little messy and her clothes were casual, but she still looked so fashionable and chic. Our #WordOfTheDay means studied carelessness or effortless style. 😎Share this with someone who fits this cool description!

Today's #WordOfTheDay is sprezzatura. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/4vamcud

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Our friend’s wild camp hair gave him a very erinaceous look. Today's #WordOfTheDay means hedgehog-like — he looked spiky, but cute! 🦔 Share this with someone who’d wear this look well.

Today's #WordOfTheDay is erinaceous. Learn more about this word: bit.ly/4mooSQP

A volunteer stood outside urging people to donate, exhorting passersby. Our #WordOfTheDay means to strongly encourage or urge action. Can you use it in a sentence below?