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Why is it that people duck in the rain, do they really think the rain won’t hit them? When people continue walking in the rain while ducking or adopting a stooped position, it’s often a natural and practical response to minimize exposure to the rain. While they may not be completely avoiding getting wet, thisContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Ducking in the rain”

Whenever an adult is kidnapped, why isn’t it called adultnapped? The term “kidnapped” is derived from the word “kid,” which historically referred to a child or young person. The use of “kid” in this context can be traced back to the 17th century. Over time, the term “kidnap” evolved to describe the act of takingContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Kidnapping”

What shape is the sky? The sky does not have a specific shape. It is the expanse of space that appears above the Earth’s surface. The appearance of the sky can change depending on various factors, including the time of day, weather conditions, and geographic location. During the day, the sky often appears to beContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Sky shape”

Why do you get on a bus and a train but get into a car? The use of “get on” or “get into” when referring to different modes of transportation is primarily a matter of convention, and it is influenced by the nature of the transportation and how people typically interact with it. Here’s whyContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Travel and Transport”

Why are elderly people often called “old people” but children are never called “new people”? The terminology used for different age groups can be influenced by historical and cultural factors, as well as societal perceptions and norms. There are a few reasons why elderly people are often referred to as “old people,” while children areContinue reading “Thought of the Day: New People”

What happened to old Zealand? Old Zealand, also spelled as “Zealand” or “Sealand,” was a historic region in the Netherlands. It is not commonly referred to today because it was largely submerged due to a series of floods and land reclamation projects over the centuries. The region of Zealand, or Zeeland in Dutch, was originallyContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Old Zealand”

If you pamper a cow, do you get spoiled milk? No, pampering a cow does not lead to spoiled milk. The quality of milk produced by a cow depends on various factors, including its diet, health, and the conditions in which it is kept. Pampering a cow, which might involve providing it with proper nutrition,Continue reading “Thought of the Day: Pampered Cows”

Why is is said that an alarm clock is going off when it is really coming on? The expression “an alarm clock is going off” is a linguistic quirk in the English language that can be traced back to historical usage. In this context, “going off” means that the alarm is activating or starting toContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Alarm Clocks”

Why is the show called “Unsolved Mysteries”? If they were solved, they wouldn’t be mysteries. The name “Unsolved Mysteries” for the TV show is somewhat paradoxical, but it was chosen to reflect the nature of the content it presents. The show primarily focuses on real-life cases, often involving mysterious disappearances, unsolved crimes, paranormal phenomena, andContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Unsolved Mysteries”

How can you tell when it’s time to tune your bagpipes? Tuning bagpipes, like tuning any musical instrument, is an important part of maintaining their sound quality. Bagpipes consist of several components, including the chanter (melody pipe), drones (usually three), and the bag itself. Here are some tips on how to tell when it’s timeContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Bagpipes”