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nepotism
Following a news on ticket fixing by NYPD, I learned this: Nepotism: Abusing power in favoritism for relatives and close friends. I'd say nepotism is used more than just the police force. I personally know of a Becky Sergeant who … Continue reading
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Scordatura
Scordatura - cross tuning for string instruments. So that certain notes sequence can be possible.
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Saturnalia
Ancient Roman Ceremony (festival for Saturn, father of Jupiter) which some said to have contributed to the gift exchange idea of Christmas. Source: Wikipedia under Gift Giving
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Loafer
Slip-on shoes. My favorite, very convenient, cheap, suitable for any business. $20 is the cheapest deal I could find.
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Candor
Candor: Ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty Wordweb
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Antikythera mechanism
Oldest Computer (Approx. 100 BC). Considered as Analog Computer. Calculates position of heavens accurately based on geocentric system.
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Vocab: Black Ice
Re-freezing of melting snow is called "Black Ice". Which is a big problem since it is harder to remove, unlike th fluffy snow. Learned form NY1.
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Vocab: Circumzenithal arc
Circumzenithal arc: Refracted upside down rainbow, "a smile in the sky", from horizontally oriented ice crystals.
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