Word Matters

By Merriam-Webster, New England Public Media

Word Matters is a show for readers, writers, and anyone who's curious about the English language. Join Merriam-Webster editors as they challenge supposed grammar rules, reveal the surprising origin

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How many episodes does Word Matters have?

The podcast currently has 102 episodes available.

Word Matters episodes:

December 16, 2020 21. Oops: Words Born Out of Mistakes
The English language totally meant to do that. For sure.
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23min
December 09, 2020 20. Is it a '180' or a '360'?
The one with the political and mathematical metaphors.
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19min
November 30, 2020 19. The Word of the Year 2020
In which we reveal this year's selection.
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33min
November 25, 2020 18. Is 'try and' a proper use? Plus More Listener Questions
Three listener letters and our first correction
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19min
November 18, 2020 17. How to Read a Dictionary Entry
In which we engage in some dictionary mythbusting.
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19min
November 11, 2020 16. 'Contact' and 'Impact': Acceptable verbs?
In which we discuss both The Mandalorian and an old Western Union companywide memo.
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24min
November 04, 2020 15. Why are American and British English different?
You can thank our namesake.
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25min
October 28, 2020 14. Everything Is 'Awesome.' Or is it?
How a fake word entered our dictionary, plus the supposed overuse of 'awesome'
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31min
October 21, 2020 13. What's up with 'biweekly'? And Other Listener Questions
In which we answer some of our listeners' most burning questions
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17min
October 14, 2020 12. A Collection of Obscure Words for People Who Annoy You
Face it: you can always use a highbrow insult.
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10min

FAQs about Word Matters:

How many episodes does Word Matters have?

The podcast currently has 102 episodes available.

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