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Language August 30, 2016 A Dictionary Full of Victorian Slang I love how language is always in a state of flux, constantly changing and evolving… Shan Williams Love23
Language August 20, 2016 15 Fantastic English Factoids and Idioms English is a funny old language, influenced by centuries of history and wonderful writers. Our… Kath Love2
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