The word "Twink" used to mean something. Now it's just another term of abuse for queer men, an "easy shorthand for vicious stereotypes." [The Awl via Metafilter]
What is a twink?
"Master bedroom" and "Master bath" won't be used in Houston's real estate listings anymore
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A fascinating map of the most spoken languages in every US state besides English and Spanish
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