Word of the Day:
Friday: Rectify: Verb. To correct or make something right. The company worked quickly to rectify the billing error before more customers were affected.
Saturday: Catercorner: Adjective. Positioned diagonally across from something else. The bakery sits catercorner from the town square, making it easy to spot from the courthouse steps.
Sunday: Prebuttal: Noun. A response or argument made in anticipation of an objection or criticism. During the debate, she offered a strong prebuttal to concerns about the proposed budget cuts.
Monday: Woodshed: Verb. To coach, train, or practice intensively, especially in private. The team spent the weekend woodshedding before the regional competition.
Tuesday: Flummadiddle: Noun. Something considered foolish, deceptive, or nonsensical. Grandpa called the rumor pure flummadiddle after hearing the exaggerated story.
Wednesday: Stasis: Noun. A state of little or no movement or change. The economy remained in stasis while lawmakers debated the new policy.
Thursday: Paragon: Noun. A model of excellence or perfection. Her dedication and kindness made her a paragon of leadership in the community.