WHAT'S THE WORD?
This type of word is commonly “bleeped out” on television and radio.
curse / cuss / expletive
This supportive device is often worn around the waist or torso to help relieve pain and improve posture.
back brace
Said when someone takes a little tumble or makes a tiny mistake, this rhyming phrase sounds like it belongs in a toddler’s vocabulary.
"whoopsie daisy"
An object in the sky that can’t be identified is often called this.
UFO / UAP
Repeated unwanted behavior at work or elsewhere that makes someone feel intimidated, offended, or uncomfortable.
harassment
Without this, you will be locked out of your email, streaming service, or online banking.
password
Pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg is often caused by compression of this nerve.
sciatic nerve
When you take the blame for a mistake, this casual two-word admission says “that one’s on me.”
"my bad"
This executive is the highest-ranking officer in a company.
CEO / Chief Executive Officer
A formal or concise way of saying “no,” often used in reports, tests, or replies.
negative
Unlike a crossword, this game challenges you to spot words running up, down, and diagonally.
word search
This type of healthcare professional uses spinal adjustments and manipulations to relieve back pain and improve alignment.
chiropractor
In U.S. law, this two-word term means you can’t be tried twice for the same crime.
Double Jeopardy
The CC field in emails harks back to the days of carbon paper and making a ______ for someone else.
copy
If you've refused someone's request, you've done this.
denied
Information shared through conversation rather than through ads or official statements.
word of mouth
A doctor might give this shot in your spine to reduce inflammation and ease back pain.
steroid injection
Before questioning a suspect, police must recite this two-word term that starts with “you have the right to remain silent.”
Miranda rights
This French abbreviation on invitations asks you to let the host know if you’ll attend.
RSVP
A polite refusal might stop most people, but someone showing this quality keeps pushing.
insistence
A trendy word or phrase that becomes popular in a specific field or culture.
buzz word
These exercises strengthen your abdomen and help prevent back strain.
core
When someone is caught with undeniable evidence, you’ve got them this three-word phrase meaning “busted with no way out.”
"dead to rights"
GPS stands for this.
Global Positioning System
appeal