CultureJuly 10, 2026

ubiquity

/juːˈbɪkwɪti/

Definition

The state of being everywhere at once; the quality of being so common or widespread that it feels inescapable.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'ubique', meaning 'everywhere.' It entered English in the 17th century to describe the state of being present everywhere simultaneously.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the overwhelming and inescapable popularity of the song 'Let It Go' from the film Frozen, contrasting it with the music from Moana.

Film of the Week: 'Moana' - A pointless waste of time and money

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