The English language can be understood by speakers who live centuries apart, suggesting that its core vocabulary and grammar has remained consistent for quite a long time. However, in the short term, many changes can happen very quickly!
Read the two tweets below and discuss:
Do you know the meaning of each neologism?
Suggest a reason why each one has entered the English lexicon.
What do you think the lifespan of these terms will be? Are any of them likely to be permanent?
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