A heads up on fulsome

Article Abstract:

The language used in a Senate Select Committee on Intelligence report on the Iraqgate affair is analyzed. 'Heads up' is used as a noun meaning alert. 'Confirm' is used rather than 'corroborate,' and 'fulsome' is misused to mean 'abundant.'

Reports, United States. Congress. Senate. Select Committee on Intelligence

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Who's got clout

Article Abstract:

The events of the first six months of the Clinton Administration have increased the power of some if its members and decreased the influence of others. A detailed analysis of who is in and who is out is presented.

Evaluation, Human resource management, Clinton, Bill, Cover Story, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials, Presidential aides

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Mushy: new lovers embrace an old term of endearment

Article Abstract:

Mushy has reemerged as a popular term for romantic behavior, and additionally as a derogatory term for political moderation. The origin of 'doofus,' now used in reference to George W. Bush, is also analyzed.

Love, Bush, George W., Popular culture, Terminology, Media coverage, 2001 AD

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