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When gusto first entered the English language in the 17th century, what did the word refer to?

gusto

[guhs-toh] / ˈgʌs toʊ /


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Seehorn bursts out laughing, which she does often and with great gusto throughout our conversation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

After Ramsey's delicate finish put Wales in front, they poured forward with such gusto that even Neil Taylor scored - the wing-back's first goal since he was playing in non-league for Wrexham six years earlier.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Chey quaffed whiskey at a fried chicken restaurant last month with the gusto of two billionaires at the pinnacle of the world’s AI investment bonanza.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026

Coach Mauricio Pochettino was seen pumping his fist and singing along with gusto.

From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026

At that stage, we had no real urge even to push our favorite classics at the two of you—not, anyway, with the same gusto that we had at the twins or Boo Boo.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger




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