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'Um' Isn't Just a Stumble: What Filler Words Really Tell Us

By Sciaria in Linguistics on Oct 05, 2025

We’ve all done it: stumbled over an "um," a "uh," or a "like" in conversation. Often dismissed as signs of hesitation, nervousness, or even poor commu...

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Beyond the Stereotype: Unpacking the Unsung Linguistics of 'Like'

By Sciaria in Linguistics on Oct 02, 2025

Ah, 'like.' For decades, this seemingly innocuous four-letter word has been the linguistic punching bag of grammarians, parents, and self-appointed la...

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