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    Word Power Vocabulary Quiz: Proper Names

    Match the word to its correct definition to test your Word Power.


    Word Power Vocabulary Quiz: Fact vs. Fiction

    Match the word to its correct definition to test your Word Power


    100 Good Night Messages and Texts Anyone Would Love to Receive

    Whether thoughtful, funny, comforting or loving, these good night messages will send your loved ones off to sleep with a...


    I Tried Quince Sheets and Became a Total Linen Lover

    I tried the 100% pure linen Quince sheets and instantly fell in love with the brand's soft, all-natural material and...


    I Tried Quince Bedding and I’m Never Going Back to Typical Comforters

    The new Quince bedding and blanket sets are so soft and cozy, you’ll never want to sleep with anything else.


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    Should I Propose Before or After Dinner? Here’s What the Experts Say

    As they say, timing is everything! Proposing at the right time will make the moment even more magical—and make you...


    “Elicit” vs. “Illicit”: What’s the Difference?

    Understanding elicit vs. illicit can be complicated—they sound similar but have entirely different meanings. Here's what you need to know.


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    How to Apologize Like You Mean It

    Apology experts name four main things to consider before you say "I’m sorry"

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    What Is Burrata—and What Makes This Cheese So Creamy?

    What exactly is burrata? This creamy, buttery Italian cheese is heaven on a plate—or sandwich or salad or pizza.


    “Envy” vs. “Jealousy”: What’s the Difference?

    Not sure when to use envy vs. jealousy? While it's not fun to feel either of these, the word choice...


    6 Eye-Catching Vertical Gardens Designed to Grow Up in Small Spaces

    Vertical gardens aren't just for urban spaces anymore. With so many options for creating green walls, flower towers and food...


    8 Best Indoor Herb Garden Kits Anyone Can Grow at Home

    Growing fresh herbs isn't just for trendy restaurants and professional chefs. You too can get in on the farm fresh...


    8 Best Indoor Plant Pots and Planters to House Your Growing Greenery

    No matter the number of houseplants you already own, these indoor plant pots will inspire you to buy more.


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    Here’s What That Hole in Your Coffee Bag Is For

    Being able to smell the beans is just an added perk!


    “Home In” vs. “Hone In”: What’s the Difference?

    Puzzling over the commonly confused home in vs. hone in? With our grammar guidance, you can home in on the...


    11 Best Plant Stands to Show Off Your Indoor Garden

    Every plant parent should have a gorgeous indoor plant stand to display their pride and joy.


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    101 “Thinking of You” Messages That Will Make Anyone Smile

    Looking for the perfect way to tell someone that they're on your mind? From funny to heartwarming to loving, these...

    “Loose” vs. “Lose”: What’s the Difference?

    One single letter distinguishes the commonly confused words loose vs. lose, but which should you use when?


    10 New Words Added to the Oxford English Dictionary for 2023

    From "agrivoltaics" to "textspeak," these words are helping us articulate the strange beauty of modern life.


    The War on Women’s Rights: Why It’s More Dangerous Than Ever, and the Best Ways to Fight...

    Women still aren't guaranteed equal rights under the U.S. Constitution. In the words of Zakiya Thomas, president and CEO of...


    What Is Koselig? How to Incorporate This Norwegian Concept Into Your Life

    Just when you were learning how to pronounce "hygge," there's a new Nordic concept for cozy, happy living this winter


    What’s the Difference Between a Cyclone, Hurricane and Typhoon?

    Which of these terms you use has more to do with where in the world you live than anything else.


    10 Words and Phrases We Should All Stop Saying in 2023

    Let's do a deep dive, shall we? Here's why these words and phrases made Lake Superior State University's annual banished...

    State Capitals Quiz: How Many Questions Can You Get Right?

    We'll go easy on you—only 20 questions. See how you do!


    Why Is the Rose a Popular Flower for Valentine’s Day?

    Why is the rose a token of love (or friendship) and a popular flower for Valentine's Day? Here are the...


    If You See a License Plate with a Gold Star, This Is What It Means

    The embellishment is a meaningful honor of the sacrifice of service members and their families


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    This Is the Rarest Eye Color in the World

    What determines the shade of your peepers? Experts weigh in on the rarest eye color in the world—and the genetics...


    Stop Throwing Away Your Mesh Orange Bags and Do This Instead

    Now you can finally put those mesh fruit bags to good use


    100 Sweet Baby Shower Wishes to Send Expectant Parents

    Toys break and diapers end up in the trash, but these thoughtful baby shower wishes will be treasured forever