disappearing words

Black and white 1920s woman on the phone. – Photo credit: Canva

Education & Information, History

26 words that have gone nearly ‘extinct’ in the English language

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2/19/2026
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These old fashioned words have fallen out of fashion. – Photo credit: Canva

Culture, Joy

27 words that have gone nearly “extinct” in the English language

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