Ben Zimmer is a language columnist for The Wall Street Journal and a self-proclaimed word nut. He explores the fascinating origins and meanings of words and phrases, delving into everything from pop culture references to historical contexts. His work has been featured in publications such as WIRED and Slate Magazine, showcasing his expertise in language and etymology.
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Baseball’s biggest hitting contest is the latest competition to name itself after an 18th-century British aristocrat
By: Ben Zimmer
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for July 15, 2024.
By: Ben Zimmer
A now familiar term for starting fresh dates back to taking hold of bootstraps in the 19th century.
By: Ben Zimmer
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for July 31, 2024.
By: Ben Zimmer
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for Aug. 4, 2024.
A lonely-sounding metaphor arose for parents seeing their kids off to college, but not everyone accepts it
By: Ben Zimmer
It is time to let go of your ‘brat summer’ and embrace your more mature, more mindful self.
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for Aug. 26, 2024.
Hacks, showrunners and bankers all wait for this metaphor. When actions need approval or authorization, someone is usually waiting for a “green light."
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for Sept. 11, 2024.
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