Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Writerly Wednesday AND Did You Know

What is your word, example, sentence or meaning for:

*There are several meanings.


Mine: Joe was a nerd and smart to boot, but when he got that vacant look in his eyes as he pushed his glasses up and stared into the distance, he looked a right gubbins. 

AND

Did you know, rubber bands last longer when stored in the refrigerator?

 


For more information:   https://www.j-flex.com/why-do-rubber-bands-last-longer-when-refrigerated

 

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2 comments:

Elephant's Child said...

I didn't know that about elastic bands. And we have toooo many gubbins (also known as thingamajigs around our home.

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Sandra - I am in EC's camp ... we have enough plastic bands from the postmen dropped at will ... but I didn't know about the chill aspect. Gubbins - yes ... I haven't used it for a while ... but it's one of those words that might pop up without me realising. Cheers and happy weekend ... Hilary