Shoogly, skooshy, beamer and bummer are among 13 new entries added by editors at the OED.

"Huddle" is a gentle, visual word that shows people coming close, either for warmth or quiet talk. It adds a sense of ...

"Temper" is both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a person's mood or emotional state, often how calm or angry they ...

There are some words that we often use together. These are called collocations. Learn some of the verbs that we often use with the noun 'name' with Beth in this video.

Elevate your writing with these seven grammar techniques for clarity and impact. Switch to active voice for a stronger tone ...

If you see the word ‘something’, it usually means the verb requires an object. If ‘something’ is in the middle of the phrasal verb, it means that it can be separated by the object (but ...

Ever wondered where your favorite lingo really comes from? From ancient phrases to pop culture catchphrases, here's the ...

The Oxford English Dictionary has announced that no less than 13 Scottish words have been added to this year's edition. And ...

All this is bigger than ghazals, of course. Bigger than haiku. I’m saying we have to graduate from pastiche and mimicry to ...

Being a novice, Chandru didn’t know how to rein in the horse. The expression ‘rein in’ can be used in other contexts as well.

You’re crafting an important email to your boss. Do you write “Can you review this proposal?” or “Could you review this ...