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Words starting with T
62 words from the news, each with a definition, etymology, and the story behind it.
triumvirate
A group of three people who share authority or power in an organization or government.
Culturetroposphere
The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, extending from the surface up to about 10–15…
Sciencetroubadour
A style of Haitian folk music characterized by small acoustic ensembles that often…
Culturetryhard
A derogatory term for a player who exhibits excessive effort, competitiveness, or…
Culturetryst
A prearranged meeting or a gathering place for such a meeting, often used here to signify…
Culturetuberculosis
A serious, contagious infectious disease, typically caused by bacteria, that primarily…
Healthtumbler
A gymnast who specializes in performing rapid, acrobatic flips, twists, and somersaults.
Sportstunneling
A quantum mechanical phenomenon where a particle passes through an energy barrier that it…
Scienceturbofan
A modern type of jet engine that uses a large fan at the front to bypass air around the…
Climatetycoon
A wealthy, influential, and powerful person in business or industry.
Healthtyranny
The oppressive, restrictive, or limiting control exerted by a large number of items or…
Technologytyrant
A ruler who exercises absolute and oppressive power, typically ignoring the rights and…
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