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Czechia
Aktuálně.cz
National & Local
QUIZ: Call, deadline, or ad hoc. Can you understand office slang?
This quiz tests knowledge of contemporary office slang, including common English words and phrases used in business settings.
Feb 19 • 13:15 UTC
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France
Le Figaro
World
2026 Olympics: Sports, Business, and Diplomacy ... Olympism as a Language of Peace
The article discusses the evolving role of the Olympics as a tool of soft power, particularly in light of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, emphasizing its impact on international diplomacy amid geopolitical tensions.
Feb 8 • 09:43 UTC
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USA
NPR
Life & Tech
The story of 'synergy,' the word we love to hate
The article explores the often negatively viewed term 'synergy,' discussing its prevalence in business jargon and its vague meaning.
Jan 14 • 10:00 UTC
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Germany
FAZ
Life & Tech
"Friendly Reminder" & Co.: The Business Nonsense Words of 2025
The article discusses the overuse of clichés and verbal fluff in the workplace, highlighting phrases to avoid in 2026.
Dec 30 • 16:12 UTC