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Why Dictionary.com chose hobnob
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- First recorded in the 1700s. The sense of “socialize” was first used around the 1860s.
- From Old English habban, “to have” + nabbn, “not to have” and from the phrase hab or nab meaning “have or have not.”
- Rooted in the history of people toasting one another, taking turns to buy drinks, and essentially having a good time together, socializing.
EXAMPLES OF HOBNOB
- The author spent the evening hobnobbing with fellow writers.
- During the gala, I hobnobbed with influential business leaders.
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Why Dictionary.com chose parsimonious
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- First recorded in 1590–1600.
- From parsimon(y),”extreme frugality” + -ious, adjective-forming suffix.
- Often used metaphorically for a wide array of things other than spending money: parsimonious words, praise, childhood, etc…
EXAMPLES OF PARSIMONIOUS
- Despite his wealth, he lived a parsimonious lifestyle, preferring simple pleasures over extravagant indulgences.
- I was known for my parsimonious spending habits, rarely splurging on anything unnecessary.
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