David Croyle on Nostr: Is there a word for a word that one can rarely use, but that you derive satisfaction ...
Is there a word for a word that one can rarely use, but that you derive satisfaction from using when you actually do get an opportunity? :)
If not, there should be.
I was thinking this today when I was considering the use of "escarpment" which unfortunately didn't quite fit my need.
#words #English
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