Starting -gate
Article Abstract:
The use of -gate to combine with other terms to denote scandal, especially political scandal, has become widespread. The latest example is the use of Iraqgate to refer to the report that the Bush administration helped fund Saddam Hussein's weapons purchases.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1992
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Target: declinism
Article Abstract:
'Declinist' is the latest term being applied to those who are pessimistic about conditions in the US. The language of country music and the use of portmanteau names are also discussed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1992
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Multi multi-
Article Abstract:
A discussion of the use of multi as a prefix is presented. The etiquette of an office issuing a party invitation is also discussed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1992
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