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This year, the Cambridge Dictionary added over 3,200 new words, terms, and phrases, including “the ick” and “chef’s kiss.” <\/p>\n

“The ick” describes a sudden feeling of dislike or loss of attraction towards someone because of something they do. This term became popular online recently.<\/p>\n

Another new addition is \u201cIYKYK,\u201d which stands for \u201cif you know, you know.\u201d It’s used to suggest shared knowledge or an inside joke that only certain people understand. “Chef\u2019s kiss” also made the list; it describes something perfect or excellent.<\/p>\n

Wendalyn Nichols, the publishing manager at Cambridge Dictionary, explained, \u201cLanguage is dynamic, changing right along with technology and culture. We try to identify words and uses that have proven staying power.\u201d<\/p>\n

Gaming-related terms like \u201cspeedrun\u201d and \u201cside quest\u201d have also been included. “Speedrun” now also means completing something very quickly, while “side quest” refers to an additional, less important activity done alongside a main one. Colin McIntosh, Cambridge Dictionary’s program manager, noted that these gaming terms are influencing everyday language.<\/p>\n

These new words evolve with technology, culture, and trends, making dictionaries more relevant for today’s world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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