vernacular
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Now, in the vernacular of our bet-on-anything era, it’s all part of monitoring the situation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
The excitement comes with its own vernacular, as “powder hounds” hit the slopes, looking for “fresh tracks” and “chasing pow.”
From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026
In his own vernacular, he "mogs" everyone he meets - he is so at the top of his game that he outshines everyone in his presence.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
They’re hearty, warm, cheesy, creamy and indulgent — just a few words that are part of the season’s culinary vernacular.
From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026
“Hidy, Miss Eggers,” he said, tipping an imaginary hat and sliding into the southern West Virginia vernacular.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
Vocabulary lists containing vernacular
The AP English Exam: Writing, Grammar, and Word Choice
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Vivacious Vernacular: Words About Slang
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Their Eyes Were Watching God
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