Consider this your heads-up: what follows may contain a generous dose of sass and some political commentary. If that’s not your cup of tea, feel free to click away.
For those of you still reading, let me present the delightful social media presence of Merriam-Webster, the dictionary that has mastered the art of witty commentary. Yes, dictionaries are still relevant! Merriam-Webster, which has been around for over 150 years and online since 1996, has transformed into a social media sensation. Their Twitter feed is both factual and humorous, often delivering biting commentary on poor word usage that leaves followers gasping in disbelief and amusement. With the wealth of information at our fingertips, it’s disheartening to see people still misusing words; perhaps we can all work together to #MakeAmericaSmartAgain?
Leading the Charge
Leading this social media charge is the content manager at Merriam-Webster, Sarah Thompson, who emphasizes that their approach hasn’t changed much over the years. They’ve been tracking trending words since 2010 through a feature called Trend Watch, analyzing daily spikes in word lookups to inform their blog posts and definitions. Recently, many of these trends have been politically charged, but Thompson insists that they merely reflect public curiosity rather than any political agenda: “We share trends based on what people are searching for, not any bias.”
While Thompson plays a key role, she acknowledges that it’s a collaborative effort among a talented team. When asked about accusations of trolling or political sniping, the response is clear: “We’re just reporting on trends. This isn’t new, and we’re not biased. We simply provide insights based on lookup spikes.” In other words, they are fulfilling their role as an informative resource.
The Importance of Sass
As long as people continue to misuse terms like “irregardless” and “alternative facts,” I support whatever sass Merriam-Webster chooses to dish out. Their witty, educational content is a necessary balm in the landscape of modern language. You can find Merriam-Webster on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep your word game strong.
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In summary, Merriam-Webster is redefining what it means to be a dictionary in the digital age. Their clever takes on trending vocabulary keep us informed and entertained.