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On Language

On Language is a regular column in the weekly New York Times Magazine on the English language discussing popular etymology, new or unusual usages, and other language-related topics. The inaugural column was published on February 18, 1979 and it was a regular popular feature. Many of the columns were collected in books.

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On Language

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Avg. degree1.83
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On Language → Magazine, The New York Times
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On Language → regular column in the weekly New York Times Magazine on the English language discussing popular etymology

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On Languageis aregular column in the weekly New York Times Magazine on the English language discussing popular etymology0.90text
On Languagerelated to External linksThe New York Times0.60section
On Languagerelated to External linksMagazine0.60section

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