Word of the Day – May 16 – Hiatus
Noun: Hiatus (hye-AY-tus)
Definition:
1. A break in or gap in a material object.
2. An interruption in time or continuity.
3. The occurrence of two...
Word of the Day – May 15 – Recalcitrant
Adjective: Recalcitrant (rih-KAL-suh-trunt)
Definition:
1. Obstinately defiant of authority or restraint.
2. Difficult to manage or operate, not responsive to treatment: resistant.
Sample sentence: Anna's doctor ordered...
Health Tip – May 15 – Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for Healthy Skin
Here’s a headline that could add up to new respect for fruits and vegetables: researchers in Scotland have found that the more fresh produce...
Word of the Day – May 14 – Skulk
Verb: Skulk (SKULK)
Definition:
1. To move in a stealthy or furtive manner.
2. To hide or conceal something or oneself, often out of cowardice or...
Health Tip – May 14 – Toasted Skin Syndrome
If your car has heated seats, you may have noticed an occasional rash on the back of your legs. That’s “toasted skin syndrome,” a...
Word of the Day – May 11 – Pacify
Verb: Pacify (PASS-uh-fye)
Definition:
1. To allay the anger or agitation of: soothe
2. To restore to a tranquil state; settle. Also, to reduce to a...
Health Tip – May 11 – Does Carbonating Make You Fat?
Can imbibing too many carbonated drinks make you fat? The answer to this persistent rumor isn't as simple as yes or no. While the...
Word of the Day – May 10 – Tranche
Noun: Tranche (TRAHNSH)
Definition: A division or portion of a pool or whole
Sample sentence: The money from the lottery will be doled out to...
Health Tip – May 10 – Where Do People Sleep Best?
If you live in California, chances are you sleep better than the folks in the deep south, the U.S. region where residents report the...
Word of the Day – May 9 – Agog
Adjective: Agog (uh-GAHG)
Definition: Full of intense interest or excitement: eager
Sample sentence: Everyone was agog over the rumor that a famous actress would be...
