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Every 17 years, these insects emerge en masse in certain regions, creating a spectacle known as a "brood," where they molt, mate, and produce a distinctive buzzing sound that fills the air.
What are cicadas?
Oxford English Dictionary has selected this as its word of 2023. Who says charisma anymore?
What is rizz?
This spicy dish, originating from Thailand, typically consists of stir-fried rice noodles, tofu, and meat, flavored with tamarind paste, fish sauce, and chili peppers.
What is Pad Thai?
This adjective describes the behavior of animals defending a specific area from intruders of the same species.
What is territorial?
Named after the largest river by discharge volume of water, this company also has a rainforest-named web service.
What is Amazon?
Frank Herbert's epic sci-fi saga continues with this second installment, published in 1969, which delves deeper into the complex political intrigue and mystical elements of the desert planet Arrakis.
What is "Dune: Part Two (Messiah)”?
This is a word that's been attributed to the online game "Among Us." It was the No. 1 slang word used by teens in 2023. Any raised eyebrows?
What is Sus?
This traditional Japanese soup is made with a clear broth, seaweed, tofu, and green onions, often served as an appetizer in Japanese cuisine?
What is Miso soup?
This term refers to the type of blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body.
What is arterial?
Founded by a University of Texas at Austin student, this company was one of the first to sell computers directly to customers.
What is Dell?
This highly anticipated space telescope, named after a NASA administrator who played a pivotal role in the Apollo program, is set to succeed the Hubble Space Telescope and promises to revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
What is the James Webb Space Telescope?
Often used in the context of food, but it can be anything that looks really good. No connection with transportation.
What is bussin?
Known as a popular street food in Mexico, this dish consists of grilled corn on the cob, typically coated in mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice.
What is Elote?
This term describes a considerable or significant amount, often used to denote a large quantity of wealth, resources, or evidence.
What is substantial?
This company’s name is a portmanteau of “veritas,” meaning truth, and “horizon.”
What is Verizon?
These countries are hosting the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup
What are USA and the West Indies?
This phrase is meant to convey authenticity and truth. Remove the first half and it means you are lying.
What is "no cap"?
This staple food of North African cuisine consists of small steamed balls of crushed durum wheat semolina, often served as a base for stews or mixed with vegetables and spices as a side dish.
What is Couscous?
This term describes a legal system where two parties present opposing sides of a case in front of a neutral judge or jury.
What is adversarial?
This company’s famous office assistant, an animated paperclip, was retired in the early 2000s due to mixed user reception.
What is Microsoft?
This talented college basketball player gained widespread attention for her exceptional scoring ability and playmaking skills at the University of Iowa, quickly becoming one of the most electrifying players in the NCAA.
Who is Caitlin Clark?
"iykyk" is an abbreviation used for a statement, image, video or content, alluding to an inside joke or reference for a certain group, such as a fandom.
What is "if you know, you know"?
Hailing from Argentina, this tangy and vibrant green sauce is made from a blend of parsley, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, and spices, often served as a condiment for grilled meats.
What is Chimichurri?
In some countries, this term refers to the governmental division below the national level, responsible for local administration and governance.
What is provincial?
Founded in 1994, this company was originally a spinoff from Signet Financial Corp based in Richmond, Virginia
What is Capital One?