Words of the Year 22

the strategic use of legal proceedings to intimidate or hinder an opponent

a short period of cold and icy weather

a significant change in a prevailing cultural atmosphere or trend

a state of confusion and disorganized change; violent and uneven movement within a particular area of air or liquid

an extended period of instability and insecurity, especially one resulting from a series of catastrophic events

a big change which causes a lot of trouble, confusion, and worry

to sponsor or promote sporting events in order to distract attention from (a controversial activity or reputation)

a political scandal over social gatherings held in British government offices during 2020 and 2021 in defiance of the public-health restrictions that prevailed at the time

a strong official action that is taken to punish people who break laws

relating to Charles III of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or his reign

a specific type of influencer who focuses on money-related topics.

fear or worry at the idea of being without your mobile phone or being unable to use it.

virtual reality space in which users can interact with a computer-generated environment and other users; essentially, it offers the chance for you to 'live' within a digital universe

getting funding (e.g. for a new business) by asking for contributions from a large number of people, especially from the online community

a holiday that you spend in your own home or your own country, relaxing and enjoying leisure activities there.