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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The best ones are thoughts that many people can relate to and they find something funny or interesting in regular stuff.

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We should pick a few words to start intentionaly misspelling to see when AI picks up on it (lemmy.world)
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[โ€“] remotelove@lemmy.ca 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)

The origin of "OK" is disputed. Some believe it is from the Greek term "ola kala", or "all good". There may be more theorized origins as well.

[โ€“] RiderExMachina@lemmy.ml 4 points 1 year ago

The online Etymology Dictionary cites Oll Korrect, but says popularity is from President Martin Van Buren's reelection bid, based on his old nickname, 'Old Kinderhook'. https://www.etymonline.com/word/OK#etymonline_v_2557