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CollectionTolkien Reading Day
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  • 20 WordsTolkien Reading Day, List 1
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CollectionBeast Mode: An Ark of Animal WordsExplore the Wild World of Zoological Lingo
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  • 25 WordsA Lexical Zoo of Animal Adjectives
  • 12 WordsHot to Trot: Animal Ambulation
  • 13 WordsWords of a Feather: Unflappable Avian Vocabulary
  • 20 WordsA Vocabulary Bestiary: Animals That Behave as Verbs
  • 24 WordsSomething's Fishy: A Fresh Catch of Aquatic Words
  • 20 WordsHorsin' Around
  • 15 WordsDog Vocabulary: A Canine Lexicon
  • 13 WordsCat Vocabulary: A Feline Lexicon
  • 75 WordsAmazing Animals, A-Z
  • 26 WordsBirds, Birds, Birds, List 1
  • 25 WordsBirds, Birds, Birds, List 2
CollectionThe Wide Words of SportsGet Your Game On with These Sports-Related Vocab Words
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  • 22 WordsSet, Hut! Football Vocabulary
  • 16 WordsDefense, Dribble, and Dunk: Basketball Lingo
  • 17 WordsThe Smashing Lexicon of Tennis
  • 20 WordsBaseball: A Lexicon
  • 20 WordsA Soccer and a Football Special
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    Academy Awards
    The Academy Awards have been presented every year since 1929. Although some changes have occurred since then – the venue...
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    In Like a Lion, Out Like a LambExplore these Lists from the March Calendar
    March is a turning point in the calendar, when winter ends and spring begins. It’s also full of word-worthy events, like...
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    Words to Help You Win at Scrabble
    Like the game chess, competitive Scrabble is immensely popular, and the number of players who compete grows every year....
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    Mardi Gras
    French for "Fat Tuesday," Mardi Gras originated as a celebration of spring and evolved into an indulgent period often...
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    The Love CollectionWords to Love By
    Do you have a soft spot for romance? Or are you a cynic when it comes to love? Either way, you’ll be smitten with the...
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    Ready…Set…Hike!Vocabulary for Fans with NFL Fever
    Whether you're a fervent fan or an NFL newbie, this collection of NFL vocabulary features the essential football terms...
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    Short and SweetExplore These Lists from the February Calendar
    When it comes to vocabulary, even though it’s the shortest month of the year, there’s a lot to love about February. From...
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    "Said" Is So Last SeasonDitch Dull Dialogue with These Descriptive Terms for Talking
    Looking for alternatives to the utilitarian but ubiquitous "said"? Say no more! Explore this collection of evocative...
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    Wintry MixWords for the Darkest, Coldest Days of the Year
    Hunker down with these lists packed with a mix of pleasant parlance about light and coziness, as well as words for the...
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    New Words ResolutionExplore These Lists from the January Calendar
    Why not kick off the new year with some shiny new vocabulary? This collection is teeming with terrific terms related to...
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    Let's Go Caroling
    Warm up your vocals and fah-la-la-llow along this collection of popular carols that capture the spirit of the holiday...
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    It's the Most Word-ful Time of the Year!Unwrap This Collection of December-y Lists
    'Tis the season for this festive collection of vocabulary goodies, with something for every verbivore on your list:...

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May Day

Observe this laborious list of words all about May Day also known as International Workers' Day, in honor of all that unions and the labor movement have achieved throughout history.
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Top 50 Wordle Words of 2024

Check out these fun and challenging words that appeared as correct answers in Wordle in 2024.
50 Words

Jumpstart Your Vocab: Synonyms for "Begin"

From sprouting seeds to opening curtains to first steps on fresh snow, this list explores the myriad ways in which journeys start and adventures unfold, offering words to describe every commencement and kickoff.
12 Words

The Search Is Over: Synonyms for "Stop"

This list may come to an end but don't let it hinder your dreams of mastering it anyway!
27 Words

The Presidential Oath of Office Vocabulary

Inauguration Day in the United States marks the ceremonial start of a new presidential term. It occurs every four years in January, following a presidential election, and features the President-Elect taking the oath of office, administered by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Make it official and learn this vocabulary from the oath.
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A Just Cause: Synonyms for "Fair"

Step right up and explore a carnival of words, where synonyms for fair ride the carousel of language, ensuring every argument and debate is a rollercoaster of balance and equality!
21 Words

Going Down: Synonyms for "Fall"

Things may go rolling and tumbling with this list of downhill vocabulary but try to bounce back when you get to the bottom.
27 Words

Raining Cats and Dogs

Get ready to make a splash with this rainy-day lexicon — a downpour of words that'll have you singing in the rain and dancing in puddles, because when it rains, it pours...with puns!
30 Words

Yada Yada Yada

We're celebrating Yada Yada Yada Day like it's the Festivus for the Rest of Us — gifts from one of TV's funniest comedy shows: Seinfeld. So grab your favorite puffy shirt, summon your inner marine biologist, and dive into this hilarious list of words. Serenity Now!
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Vocabulary from the Songs of "The Little Mermaid"

Alan Menken, a prolific composer and songwriter, is renowned for his iconic contributions to Disney films, enchanting audiences with his unforgettable melodies and timeless musical scores that have brought beloved characters and stories to life for generations. We honor him with this list of selected lyric vocabulary from The Little Mermaid.
20 Words

Indiana Jones Vocabulary

Hold onto your fedora as you discover this wild and treasure-filled list of Indiana Jones vocabulary. Who knew archaeology could be this fun?
20 Words

Photography Lingo

Be sure to zoom in on this list of vocabulary all about cameras and photography and don't forget to smile as you focus!
14 Words

World Refugee Day

World Refugee Day is an annual observance on June 20th that honors the courage, resilience, and strength of millions of refugees around the world. It serves as a reminder to raise awareness about the challenges faced by refugees, promote empathy, and advocate for their rights and well-being. Study this vocabulary list to learn the important words that you can use to help raise awareness about refugees.
19 Words

Simply Scandalous!

Avoid embarrassment and expose yourself to this outrageous list of words related to scams and scandals.
25 Words

That's the Way the Wind Blows

Brace yourself for this breezy and blustery list of words related to wind — it might be a turbulent ride.
25 Words

Flag Day

The Continental Congress adopted the resolution for the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, but the first claim of a Flag Day celebration was not until 1861 in Hartford, CT. For nearly a century after this, many attempts increased the popularity of June 14 Flag Day commemorations. However, it was not until 1949 that Congress approved — and President Harry Truman signed into law — the national Flag Day observance.
22 Words

Fabulous Fabrics

Are you ready to weave through this textiletastic list of fabrics? Explore the coziness of cotton and the sleekness of silk. Whether you're into comfort or style, we've got you covered.
30 Words

Sewing Away

Grab your needles, threads, and thimbles and cut away at this darn list of words about sewing.
20 Words

Spirit Rover Launches

On June 10, 2003, NASA's Spirit rover was launched to Mars to study the history of climate and water in areas that could once have been favorable to life. A month later, Spirit's twin, Opportunity joined the mission as well. Navigate this list of words and discover what Spirit and Opportunity accomplished from 2003-2011 on the Red Planet. Read the full text by Asif A. Siddiqi here.
25 Words

Cheesy Goodness

It's a gouda day to melt into this savory list of vocabulary all about cheese. Here are links to our lists in the collection: Cheesy Goodness, A Toast to Bread
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Cat Vocabulary: A Feline Lexicon

Whether you're a cat-person or have a case of feline phobia, here are 13 words to describe these lithe, stealthy creatures.
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Lyrics from "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)" by Baz Luhrmann

Grab your shades and groove along this list of words as smooth as SPF 50. This tuneful list will navigate you through life's UV rays, reminding you to lather up with laughter and protect your souls from the burnout of existence. Produced and performed by Baz Luhrmann.
20 Words

Let's Race!

On your mark...get set...GO! See who will master this list of swift vocabulary all related to the word race. All noun and verb contenders are welcome!
30 Words

Computer Terms

Scroll down memory lane with this display of computer related vocabulary and become the master of your domain once all the information is in storage.
20 Words

Music to My Ears: Instrumental Vocab

Listen up! We've assembled a collection of words for unusual musical instruments that will either make you want to cover your ears or pick up a dulcimer and strum along.
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