Big changes in Associated Press style. The 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' finale was catawampus. 977 GG

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977. This week, we cover the latest AP Stylebook updates that were just revealed at the ACES conference. From the switch to Merriam-Webster to easing up on the word "unique," we look at what these changes mean for writers and editors. Plus, we explore "catawampus" thanks to its cameo in the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" finale. Learn about its quirky origins, regional differences, and related words like "kitty-corner."

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I've always said catecorner rather than kitty-corner, though I've heard both. I've rarely seen it spelled, but I imagine it spelled with "cate-" like catechism, catenate, or catenary. And I've heard catawampus, but I would have no idea how to spell it correctly. 🙂

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What was the previously recommended dictionary? Anyone know?

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