Something Rhymes with Purple

Flappers


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Join Susie and Gyles as they unravel the origins and evolution of the captivating language that defined the 1920s and 1930s, from the slang of flappers to the colloquial expressions born out of economic turmoil. Discover the hidden stories behind the words that shaped an era, as we delve deep into the fascinating etymology of this transformative period in language history.


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Enjoy Susie’s Trio for the week: 


Fysigunkus - someone with no curiosity.

Turophile - a cheese lover.

Dygomy - a second marriage.


Gyles' poem this week was 'Unfortunate Coincidence' by Dorothy Parker


By the time you swear you’re his,

     Shivering and sighing,

And he vows his passion is

     Infinite, undying—

Lady, make a note of this:

     One of you is lying.


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