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Ben Zimmer is a Language Columnist at The Wall Street Journal. He is a linguist and lexicographer with a passion for exploring the nuances of language, covering a diverse range of topics including sports, technology, and consumer trends. Ben's work has been featured in WIRED, Slate Magazine, LiveMint, Marcellus Investment Managers, and Yahoo Finance.