Tag: flowers
Asylum Seekers
The two million people in Gaza sounds like a lot. But as a percent of the worlds population (approx ten billion) it amounts to 0.02%. Why don’t we allocate them among the countries who have expr... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Paucity
Paucity Noun: The condition of having very little or not enough of something. Example: “The paucity of information did not stop them from pontificating.” A beautiful flower photo from the ... Read More
No Enemies
“Be strict in judging yourself and gentle in judging others, and you will have no enemies.” Chinese Folk Wisdom... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Apophasis
Apophasis Noun: A sly debating trick of mentioning something by saying that it shouldn’t be mentioned. Example: “We won’t mention his past crimes.”... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Sojourn
Sojourn Noun: A short stay or visit. Not a permanent move. It implies a pleasurable intent. Can also be used as a verb. Example: “His sojourn in Santa Fe lasted a month. Example 2: They sojourne... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Trenchant
Trenchant Adjective: Incisive, vigorous, uncompromising. Usually related to speech or opinion. Example: His trenchant opinions on immigration were unlikely to change.... Read More
