Never said it
Article Abstract:
Issues concerning the use of language are presented. Comments attributed to Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, President Bill Clinton and former-President Richard Nixon are discussed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2000
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Baldfaced; or is it a boldfaced or barefaced lie?
Article Abstract:
Political rhetoric of the 2000 campaign has seen the use of 'baldfaced lies,' barefaced lies,' and even 'boldfaced lies.' The history, and popularity, of the phrases are examined.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2000
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Summitese: Putin vs. Clinton: amend, withdraw or abrogate?
Article Abstract:
The changes in official political language over time are discussed. The usage and political meaning of words such as serendipity, zemblanity, abrogate and withdraw are debated.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2000
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