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A cross-country look at societal slang

We are living in a time when women who eloquently explain why birth control is necessary are called “sluts” and pregnant women are compared to livestock. It is important to pay attention to the way politicians talk about women, because the way they talk is an excellent window into the way they think and the way they will legislate.

The ins and outs of English as a Second Language

As part of the movement, people have reclaimed the word “slut” by dressing provocatively and promoting sexual confidence. Many people have taken issue with the movement, however, because the word “slut” is defined as “an immoral or dissolute woman; prostitute.”

Phrases such as “bootylicious,” which would cause the founding fathers (and mothers) of the English language to turn in their graves, are in fact being accepted as not only spoken lingo but real words. As in, they are making their way into English dictionaries.

An alumna’s journey to the London Olympics

When I asked IC junior English major Zachary Krowiak the meaning of fancy, he thought of night balls with people wearing tuxedos and long gowns. This image was in the mind of many when I asked what fancy meant to them.

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