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Coming Next: Essay 1760 on 侮 (to disdain; insult)
Jan 31, 2025
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February 14: Essay 1760 on 侮 (to disdain; insult) just in time for Valentine's Day (and no, I didn't think that one through...
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Now Out: January 2025 Newsletter, "Auspicious Beginnings"
Jan 31, 2025
The January newsletter "Auspicious Beginnings" is now out! It presents 4 essays, 2 Thematic Bundles, new pricing, contest results, and more! The newsletter includes these images, among others:
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Now Out: Essay 1875 on 庸 (mediocre; use) and 1 Revision
Jan 30, 2025
The 559th essay has posted! Essay 1875 on 庸 (mediocre; use) is now available for purchase. Here's a preview:
See how the Japanese perceived Okinawa before it became part of the nation. Discover the Japanese...On Deck
Coming Next: Essay 1875 on 庸 (medium)
Jan 24, 2025
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January 31: Essay 1875 on 庸 (medium)
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Now Out: Essay 1913 on 厘 (small unit; little) and 1 Revision
Jan 24, 2025
The 558th essay has posted! Essay 1913 on 厘 (small unit; little) is now available for purchase. Here's a preview:
See why the Japanese once spoke of .015 yen with wrenching bitterness, why I perceive 割 as a...