Word of the Day – July 26 – Exterminate
Verb: Exterminate (ik-STER-muh-nayt)
Definition: To get rid of completely usually by killing off
Sample sentence: We finally had to call a professional to exterminate...
Health Tip – July 26 – Keep it Clean
Whether preparing food in your kitchen for the backyard grill or putting it all together at the campground, be sure to keep food surfaces...
Word of the Day – July 25 – Grotesque
Adjective: Grotesque (groh-TESK)
Definition:
1. Fanciful, bizarre
2. Absurdly incongruous
3. Departing markedly from the natural, the expected, or the typical
Sample sentence: Gargoyles with twisted faces...
Health Tip – July 25 – Swimmer’s Ear
Swimmer's Ear is an infection of the ear and/or outer ear canal, which can cause the ear to itch or become red and inflamed....
Word of the Day – July 22 – Flivver
Noun: Flivver (FLIV-er)
Definition: a small, cheap, usually old automobile.
Sample sentence: Kevin plans to keep his new convertible off the roads during the harsh,...
Health Tip – July 22 – Sleep Well
Resist the urge to stay up later during long summer days. Instead pay attention to good sleep hygiene by keeping the same bedtime...
Word of the Day – July 21 – Sagacious
Adjective: Sagacious (suh-GAY-shus)
Definition:
1. Of keen and farsighted penetration and judgment
2. Caused by or indicating acute discernment
Sample sentence: Uncle John tried to...
Health Tip – July 21 – Alcohol – Go Lite
Summer's a great time to skip drinks with hard alcohol and choose a light, chilled alcoholic beverage (unless you are pregnant or should...
Word of the Day – July 20 – Netsuke
Noun: Netsuke (NETS-kay)
Definition: A small and often intricately carved toggle (as of wood, ivory or metal) used to fasten a small container to...
Health Tip – July 20 – Vacation Time
Improve your heart health: take advantage of summer's slower schedule by using your vacation time to unwind.
Vacations have multiple benefits: They can help...
