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19: Mailbag, Schmailbag
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2021/2/6
Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.
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More great questions from our Mailbag!
How did we get from SUSS (suspect) to SUSS OUT (find out)?
Is the J in JORTS part of a portmanteau, or a real live prefix?
Why do PEEP, PEEK, and PEER resemble each other?
Which acronym etymologies aren't bunk?
Why do we add a SCHM- to words to signify derision?
Are Mormon missionaries supernaturally good at learning languages?
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