Lexbuzz Edition #29: The Girl Who Believed in Words
-
Hello Lexulous Community!
Did you know that June 12 marks the birth anniversary of one of history's most remarkable young writers?
Anne Frank — a girl who, while hiding from the horrors of war, filled her days with writing, imagination, and an enduring belief in the goodness of people — continues to inspire readers around the world decades after her death.
While most people know Anne for her famous diary, fewer know that she was also an enthusiastic storyteller. During her time in hiding, she wrote a number of short stories and other pieces, many of which were later collected in Tales from the Secret Annex. At just 14 years old, Anne was already revising and editing her own work, dreaming of one day becoming a published author. Her writing reminds us of the power of words — to comfort, to inspire, and to endure long after the writer is gone.
As Anne wrote, "I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn."
⭐ Weekly Word Wonder: ELUDE
Pronunciation: ih-LOOD
Definition: To escape or avoid (someone or something) by being quick, skillful, or furtive; to dodge or evade.
Origin: From Latin eludere, meaning "to deceive" or "to play away." The "e-" prefix means "out" and "ludere" means "to play."
Usage:
- "The rare butterfly eluded photographers by disappearing into the forest."
- "The champion's record has eluded all competitors so far."
🗓️ Of the Day and Its Charm
Jun 8th – Oceans Day: The vast oceans that sustain life and inspires wonder about the many mysteries still hidden beneath the waves.
Jun 11th – International Day of Play: Celebrates creativity, imagination, and the joy of learning through play.
💡 Community Puzzle: Jumbled Letters
This week's puzzle is a Word Cluster. Solve all four and post your answers below!
- R I A D Y→ _______
- E G A L C Y → _______
- R U E D E N → _______
- N E A X N → _______
(Scroll down for last week's answers!)
Last Week's Answers (Edition #28)
-
EOVDLMORE → VELODROME
-
DMATEN → TANDEM
-
DSEALD → SADDLE
Keep playing, keep learning, and honor the power of words!
— The Lexulous Team
