Here’s what to know about the dictionary publisher’s Word of the Year—and other most-searched terms.
that “polarization”—defined as “division into two sharply distinct opposites; especially, a state in which the opinions, beliefs, or interests of a group or society no longer range along a continuum but become concentrated at opposing extremes”—is its Word of the Year for 2024.
The dictionary publisher also said the word appeared often in news stories about “political positions and issues resonating with voters.”into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, which caused the deaths of six workers.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Oxford Word of 2024: What should be the word of the year?The shortlist includes 'dynamic pricing' after it was used during Oasis's reunion ticket sale.
Read more »
Tockwith Show to return for 2025 after being cancelled this yearOrganisers say a year off has helped ensure they have enough helpers for next year.
Read more »
Young Hannah has the world at her feet as she racks up Irish dance titlesThe six-year-old has produced a string of sensational performances this year
Read more »
I'm an exhausted 42-year-old mother - Christmas isn't happening this yearThis week, counsellor and author Lucy Cavendish advises a reader who has been called selfish by her husband for taking a stand
Read more »
Mum thought her toddler had a sickness bug - she may never walk or talk againThree-year-old Daisy-Rae Reid became ill in April this year
Read more »
Driver who killed boy, 12, as he cycled in Birmingham jailedDriver Shazad Alam fatally struck 12-year-old Azaan Khan in June last year.
Read more »