ONE INTERESTING WORD, EVERY DAY.AN EDITION FOR THE CURIOUS

WEEKLY REVIEW

Words.

A closer look at this week’s seven words.

7 WORDS

November 2026

noun · A paid position that requires little or no work.

October 2026

noun · The partly shaded area at the edge of a full shadow; figuratively, an uncertain area between clear categories.

adjective · Strangely eerie or seemingly supernatural.

noun · A confused mixture of many different things.

noun · The curve formed by a uniform chain or cable hanging freely between two supports.

verb · To dress or decorate someone or something in a gaudy, showy way.

adjective · Having a noticeable fragrance; also, strongly suggestive or reminiscent of something.