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Where these words come from
- 95% sureThese words were traced back to where they first appeared. That source is listed below.
- The Creative Independent, interview with Leah Mandel, October 15, 2026; 13 words. Full interview read. Own answer about etymology and becoming interested in words. Live page gives October15; search snippet carried an older October13 date.
- The Creative Independent, interview with Leah Mandel, October 15, 2026
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