Word of the Day – Mar. 16 – Catercorner
Adverb or adjective: Catercorner (KAT-ee-kor-ner)
Definition: In a diagonal or oblique position: kitty-corner.
Sample sentence: The cafe was catercorner to the salon, so after I...
Health Tip – Mar. 16 – Five Steps to Help a Runny Nose
Postnasal drip occurs when the thin mucus secreted into the throat by the nose and sinuses decreases and thickens, causing irritation. Often triggered by...
Word of the Day – Mar. 15 – Nugatory
Adjective: Nugatory (NOO-guh-tor-ee)
Definition:
1. Of little or no consequence: trifling, inconsequential.
2. Having no force: inoperative.
Sample sentence: The decision to remove such a minor character...
Health Tip – Mar. 15 – Prevent Free Radical Damage
Researchers have demonstrated a correlation between exposure to air pollution and the risk of developing certain respiratory disorders, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...
Health Tip – Mar. 14 – Happiness is Catching
Hang out with happy people and you’re likely to be happy, too. In fact, findings from a new study suggest that being around happy...
Word of the Day – Mar. 14 – Quietus
Noun: Quietus (kwye-EE-tus)
Definition:
1. Final settlement (as of a debt)
2. Removal from activity: especially as in death.
3. Something that quiets or represses.
Sample sentence: The...
Health Tip – Mar. 13 – Avoid Henna Tattoos
Dermatologists are warning that the henna tattoos, sold everywhere from beachside stands to carnivals to cruise ships, may contain a harmful chemical known as...
Word of the Day – Mar. 13 – Nondescript
Adjective: Nondescript (nahn-di-SKRIPT)
Definition:
1. Belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind: not easily described.
2. Lacking distinctive or interesting qualities:...
Word of the Day – Mar. 12 – Upbraid
Verb: Upbraid (up-BRAYD)
Definition:
1. To criticize severely: find fault with.
2. To reproach severely: scold vehemently.
Sample sentence: The foreman made it a point to...
Health Tip – Mar. 12 – A Healthy Way to Cook
Finding ways to cook that are clean, efficient and that maintain the nutritional value of foods may seem daunting. Steaming, however, is a simple...
