Gobsmacked! provides a delightful exploration of British terms that have entered American English, offering a mix of history, humor, and linguistic insight.
The book collates a variety of ludicrous British expressions—like kerfuffle and boffin—showcasing their amusing cross-cultural journey into the US vocabulary.
Yagoda’s work shines a light on the evolution of phrases, such as how the British term 'cushy' has origins linked to Persian military terminology.
Gobsmacked! encourages debates on language, giving readers insight into why and how British expressions have made their mark on American communication.
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