What is your favorite word‚ and why? My favorite word is callipygian. It is a Greek word‚ originally derived in the 1640’s or 50’s to describe a statute of Aphrodite. It is an adjective. It means having a well-shaped buttocks. It’s essentially a more sophisticated way of saying “DAMN‚ look at that ba-donk-a-donk!” After reading that‚ you may think I am a perverted animal. Please‚ let me explain. It started when I was a junior in high school. My friend came rushing down the halls laughing‚ his
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My favorite teacher was scary and mean -- but only in the eyes of those who had never been in her classroom. Those of us who were her students encouraged the rumors and bolstered our reputations for bravery‚ secure in the knowledge that she would protect and defend us with every ounce of her being‚ because we were "her students." What kind of teacher inspires such trust? The best kind! The other day a local newspaper columnist‚ the survivor of an abusive childhood‚ wrote about a teacher who had
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My Favorite Chinese Food China is famous for its food. Chinese food is the ultimate food. Especially in South China‚ they would say they eat all four legs except table legs‚ and all two wings except the aircraft wings. Some Chinese food may be really unbelievable‚ but most of these dishes are delicious. Compared with the western style of food‚ there are more kinds of food in China. According to statistics‚ there were more than 1000 kinds of dishes in China. My favorite Chinese foods
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-Here are some guidelines for writing a descriptive essay: Take time to brainstorm If your instructor asks you to describe your favorite food‚ make sure that you jot down some ideas before you begin describing it. For instance‚ if you choose pizza‚ you might start by writing down a few words: sauce‚ cheese‚ crust‚ pepperoni‚ sausage‚ spices‚ hot‚ melted‚ etc. Once you have written down some words‚ you can begin by compiling descriptive lists for each one. Use clear and concise language.
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My Favorite Show I have many favorite shows; one of my favorite would have to be Prison Break. There are so many reasons why it’s my favorite. My main reason is the plot of the story/show. Two brothers who broke out of jail with a group of other prisoners. Another reason is the suspense of the show. It’s literally impossible to guess what’s going to happen next. My last reason is probably just me but the little messages the show gives here and there. Messages in the sense of what it shows
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fueled European expansion and imperialism — both in Europe and throughout the rest of the world — until the 19th century or early 20th century. Arguments have been made[by whom?] for the historical promotion of mercantilism in Europe since recorded history‚ with authors noting the trade policies of Athens and its Delian League specifically mention[clarification needed] control of value of trade in bullion as necessary for the promotion of the Greek polis. Additionally‚ the noted competition of medieval
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Christina English Comp 1 3 January 2014 My Favorite Holiday Ever since I can remember‚ the members of my family have met at my mother’s house every year for Christmas. I can say that this holiday is celebrated two days‚ one is on December 24th and the second on December 25th‚ on those two days we try to spend time together talking‚ laughing‚ traveling‚ and playing games and so on. As a result‚ Christmas in my family is my favorite time of the year. The day before Christmas‚ it is felt in
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My Favorite Holiday: Christmas Christmas has come and gone. Regardlessly‚ giving thanks and proclaiming yourself to those around you should be more exercised. During Christmas‚ spending time with the people you care about means so much more than anything you can possibly buy. Families as well as friends gather together in their homes to spend time with each other and have fun. Not until they have celebrated Christmas will they realize how interesting it is! On the other hand‚ if you happen to
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My Favorite Spot We have all have our favorite restaurant that we prefer to dine in. There is always that one restaurant that you will resort back to when you don’t feel like taking the risk of trying a new place out. Why is that? What kind of evaluations do you conduct on a restaurant when you dine? What factors lead you to believe a restaurant is perfect for you? I’m going to discuss some of these factors on one of my most frequently visited restaurants “The Olive Garden.” The Olive garden is
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Music Appreciation August 28‚ 2013 My Favorite Artist KEVIN GATES Kevin Gates is a rapper from Baton Rouge‚ Louisiana. He was born February 5‚ 1986 in Baton Rouge and grew up watching his grandparents and mother play music. He began rapping in the seventh grade and that is when everyone started noticing his talent. Kevin Gates was not only known growing up for his ability to rhyme‚ but also for his academic intelligence. He is one of the few rappers with a college education
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