2.01.2009

Hillary and the Invisible Woman


This is a 1,760 word article from Newsweek about Hilary Clinton's campaign. Of those 1,760 words, I have never heard of thirteen of them. Because of this, I have no idea what the article is arguing. For your infotainment, here are the thirteen words:


Bathysphere. A strongly built steel diving sphere for deep-sea observation. (This really is related to politics, I swear!)

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Conviviality. Relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company.


Coterie. An intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose. 


Huma Abedin, a.k.a. "The Body Person." Hilary Clinton's stylist. 

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Defenestrate. A usually swift dismissal or expulsion (as from a political party or office).


"Cheek by jowl." Side by side.


Exhortatory. To incite by argument or advice; urge strongly.


Kevlar. A brand of clothing usually catering to militia but also to hunters and motorcyclists. 

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Stop staring!


Indefatigable. Incapable of being fatigued.


Buttonholed. To detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of.


Beleaguered. To press with requests; to cause worry or distress to.


Misogyny. A hatred of women. 


Insouciant. Lighthearted unconcern. 



So here's a challenge: use all of the words in one week either in a paper or in normal conversation- or even in an email. It'll be fun- and people will think you are really smart. 

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