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Dictionary Word Search 80

New Entries in Year 2010

This word search puzzle is themed. It hides 18 words or phrases which only first appeared in dictionaries in 2010. Our personal favorite is EARTH DAY. But while these search terms are listed, there are 2 additional unlisted search terms for you to find. The solution is provided.

Here are three new entries with definitions and sample sentences. There are seventeen others in the puzzle. Are you familiar with them all?

BODY SLAM originally a move in professional wrestling where a wrestler lifts his opponent off the ground and forcefully slams him back down onto the mat on his back, now used metaphorically to refer to a powerful, decisive blow, action, or argument that completely overwhelms and defeats an opponent in politics, debates or business. Even those in the opposing party believed he delivered a body slam to the front-runner candidate when the subject of immigration came up in the debate.

CYBER AGE our current era characterized by widespread use of computers, the internet, digital technologies, and high-tech advancements which has transformed communication, commerce and daily life through data networks. Only businesses which continuously adopt new digital technologies will thrive in today's Cyber Age.

EARTH DAY an global event celebrated each April 22, dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and used to organize collective action like community cleanups and tree planting. Since 1970, Earth Day has reminded us to stop and appreciate nature.

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