Language is indeed one of the most fascinating things about what makes us human. However, there's much more to it than just an agreed upon system of letters, grammar, and vocabulary. It's also about the great history that molded it into what it is now - the discovery of which makes us appreciate it more than ever. Let's have a look at 10 interesting curiosities about the English language that you might not have known!
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Test Yourself: Which English Word Should You Use?
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What Features Are Missing From the English Language?
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Newly-Added Words to the Dictionary You Should Know
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QUIZ: Can You Find All the Antonyms?
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Spelling Test: Are You Good Enough to Pass?
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Check Your Pockets Now! This Quarter Is Worth Thousands!
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Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life
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I Grew up in the Westboro Baptist Church: Here's My Story
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When Animals Go Rogue: True Tales of Man-Eating Animals
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The 10 Greatest British Monarchs in History
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These Old Photos Show a Fascinating Side of History
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It’s a Shame We Stopped Using These 17 Old English Words
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Decency Test: Would People Cheat a Blind Man Out of Money?
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These Photos Make Sure We Will Never Forget WW2
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A Look into Ancient Greece Like You've Never Seen Before
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The USA 110 Years Ago... What Was It LIKE?
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An Unforgettable a Cappella Rendition of 'Stand By Me'
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Fascinating Facts About The Middle Ages You Never Knew
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News That Inspires: Positive Stories From Around the World
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5 Assassinations of World Leaders that Shook the World
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These Foreign Laws Are Simply Too Weird For Words...
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8 Weird and Wacky Failed Inventions from the Past
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Things You Don’t Know About History’s Famous Artifacts
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The Stories of These Women from History are Inspiring
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10 of the Most Interesting Popes in History
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20 Unforgettable Last Words Spoken By Famous People
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These 24 Fascinating Photographs Will Surprise & Amaze You
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How Companies Deceive Us All - 20 Pictures
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Through the Lens of Time: 20 Rare Historical Photos
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Untamed Spirits: Tales of Legendary Mountain Men!
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A Few Things We Bet You Never Knew About the USA!
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These Archaeological Finds Reveal Incredible Stories
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This Magical Shadow Dance Show Will Leave You in Tears
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7 Downsides to Being Highly Intelligent
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8 Historical Coincidences That are Too Bizarre to Be Fake
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Wishing You a GREAT 4th OF JULY! Celebrate America!
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10 Difficult Words in English Everyone Should Know
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Printing a New Leg for Buttercup - Lovely!
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These Famous Characters Are Based On Real People!
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INTERACTIVE: The Musings of Philosophers Through the Ages
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The Significance of Each Christmas Tree Decoration
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