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Word of the Day – Skosh

By March 26, 2026Word of the Day

Skosh (noun) (informal)

skosh

A bit; a jot.

From the Japanese word sukoshi a little (bit)

Example sentences

“I love travelling, but sometimes it would be nice to have a skosh more space in this van!”

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