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Unraveling 'Omnishambles': Word of the Year 2012

Explore the word "omnishambles'' - its definition and significance as the word of 2012. Discuss language change, preservation, and future evolution. Dive into examples and more at 'The Day'. 8 Relevant

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Unraveling 'Omnishambles': Word of the Year 2012

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  1. OMNISHAMBLES WHAT DO YOU THINK THIS WORD COULD MEAN?!!!! “……………a situation that has been comprehensively mismanaged, characterised by a string of blunders and miscalculations.” This is the winner of ‘word of the year’- the word that defines 2012. Have a look on the next slide for more examples. How many do you recognise?

  2. Discussion the following questions with a partner. How many of these words do you recognise? Try and make up a sentence/sentences using some of these words.. What was your ‘word of 2012’? Is language change something we should embrace OR is the English language rich enough already? Should we be trying to preserve the English language as it is? How do you think language will change in the future and why? Want to know more? Read this article at ‘The Day’ http://www.theday.co.uk/free/omnishambles-judged-2012-s-defining-word Competition: Look out for Friday’s email.

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