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Existentialism
ex·is·ten·tial·ism
noun
a philosophical theory or approach which emphasizes the existence of the individual person as a free and responsible agent determining their own development through acts of the will.
ex·is·ten·tial·ism
noun
a philosophical theory or approach which emphasizes the existence of the individual person as a free and responsible agent determining their own development through acts of the will.
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Devoid
adjective
entirely lacking or free from.
"Lisa kept her voice devoid of emotion"
adjective
entirely lacking or free from.
"Lisa kept her voice devoid of emotion"
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Inherent
adjective
existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute.
"any form of mountaineering has its inherent dangers"
LAW
vested in someone as a right or privilege.
"the president's inherent foreign affairs power"
adjective
existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute.
"any form of mountaineering has its inherent dangers"
LAW
vested in someone as a right or privilege.
"the president's inherent foreign affairs power"
Today’s inspirational quote is:
”Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.“
-Robert A. Heinlein
”Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.“
-Robert A. Heinlein
Relaxing
re·lax·ing
adjective
reducing tension or anxiety.
"the warm water was very relaxing"
re·lax·ing
adjective
reducing tension or anxiety.
"the warm water was very relaxing"
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IDIOM
Like it or lump it
Whether you like it or not; certain to happen
“If you miss one word, you’re out of the spelling bee. Like it or lump it.”
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IDIOM
Like it or lump it
Whether you like it or not; certain to happen
“If you miss one word, you’re out of the spelling bee. Like it or lump it.”
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Whether
conjunction
expressing a doubt or choice between alternatives.
"he seemed undecided whether to go or stay"
expressing an inquiry or investigation (often used in indirect questions).
"I'll see whether she's at home"
indicating that a statement applies whichever of the alternatives mentioned is the case.
"I'm going whether you like it or not"
conjunction
expressing a doubt or choice between alternatives.
"he seemed undecided whether to go or stay"
expressing an inquiry or investigation (often used in indirect questions).
"I'll see whether she's at home"
indicating that a statement applies whichever of the alternatives mentioned is the case.
"I'm going whether you like it or not"
Lump
lump1
noun
a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape.
"there was a lump of ice floating in the milk"
verb
1.
put in an indiscriminate mass or group; treat as alike without regard for particulars.
"Hong Kong and Bangkok tend to be lumped together in travel brochures"
proceed heavily or awkwardly.
"I came lumping along behind him"
lump2
verbINFORMAL
verb: lump; 3rd person present: lumps; past tense: lumped; past participle: lumped; gerund or present participle: lumping
accept or tolerate a disagreeable situation whether one likes it or not.
"you can like it or lump it but I've got to work"
lump1
noun
a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape.
"there was a lump of ice floating in the milk"
verb
1.
put in an indiscriminate mass or group; treat as alike without regard for particulars.
"Hong Kong and Bangkok tend to be lumped together in travel brochures"
proceed heavily or awkwardly.
"I came lumping along behind him"
lump2
verbINFORMAL
verb: lump; 3rd person present: lumps; past tense: lumped; past participle: lumped; gerund or present participle: lumping
accept or tolerate a disagreeable situation whether one likes it or not.
"you can like it or lump it but I've got to work"
Certain
cer·tain
adjective
1.
known for sure; established beyond doubt.
"it's certain that more changes are in the offing"
specific but not explicitly named or stated.
"he raised certain personal problems with me"
pronoun
some but not all.
"certain of his works have been edited"
cer·tain
adjective
1.
known for sure; established beyond doubt.
"it's certain that more changes are in the offing"
specific but not explicitly named or stated.
"he raised certain personal problems with me"
pronoun
some but not all.
"certain of his works have been edited"
Spelling bee
a competition where individuals, often students, attempt to spell words correctly aloud, with contestants being eliminated for incorrect spellings until only one remains.
a competition where individuals, often students, attempt to spell words correctly aloud, with contestants being eliminated for incorrect spellings until only one remains.
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ROBERT A. HEINLEIN
Robert A. Heinlein was an influential American science fiction writer, born on July 7, 1907, in Butler, Pennsylvania, and died on May 8, 1988, in Santa Cruz, California. Often referred to as the "dean of science fiction writers," Heinlein was one of the first authors to gain significant recognition in the genre.
Heinlein's work is known for its complex characters, intricate plots, and exploration of social and political themes. He was a pioneer in addressing issues such as individualism, libertarianism, and the role of government in society. His writing style evolved over his career, but he consistently challenged conventional norms and encouraged readers to think critically about the future of humanity.
Heinlein's work has had a lasting impact on science fiction and popular culture, influencing countless authors and filmmakers. He was a controversial figure, known for his strong opinions on various social and political issues, and his writings continue to provoke thought and discussion among readers and scholars alike.
Robert A. Heinlein was an influential American science fiction writer, born on July 7, 1907, in Butler, Pennsylvania, and died on May 8, 1988, in Santa Cruz, California. Often referred to as the "dean of science fiction writers," Heinlein was one of the first authors to gain significant recognition in the genre.
Heinlein's work is known for its complex characters, intricate plots, and exploration of social and political themes. He was a pioneer in addressing issues such as individualism, libertarianism, and the role of government in society. His writing style evolved over his career, but he consistently challenged conventional norms and encouraged readers to think critically about the future of humanity.
Heinlein's work has had a lasting impact on science fiction and popular culture, influencing countless authors and filmmakers. He was a controversial figure, known for his strong opinions on various social and political issues, and his writings continue to provoke thought and discussion among readers and scholars alike.