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Word Nerd 2026 Calendar: Obscure Forgotten Slang & Fascinating Phrase Origins
by Mental Floss
€ 19.99
ISBN: 9781524898472
From spotlighting linguistic curios and archaic insults to decoding generational slang and uncovering the odd origins of quirky idioms, Mental Floss's Word Nerd 2026 Day-to-Day Calendar shows us the fascinating, funny, and occasionally foul-mouthed stories behind how we say what we mean and mean what we say.
Features include:
No single-use plastic
Page size 4.606 x 4.606
Recyclable chipboard easel backer for desk or tabletop display
Printed on FSC (R) certified paper with soy-based ink
Full-color tear-off pages
Back of pages are blank for notes or shopping lists
Day/Date reference on each page
Combined weekend pages
Official major world holidays and observances
Each page features a new word, phrase origin, or fun and fascinating fact about language, with categories including Oldies but Goodies, What in the Word?, Period Pieces, Spectacular Vernacular, Creature Features, Memorable Eponyms, Uncommon Words for Common Things, Happy Holidays, and more.
640 pages.
In Stock.
Usually despatched in 2-5 working days.
Date of Publication: 12/08/2025
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