neologism

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Pretty much every internet user has seen this occur in some form, which is why Doctorow’s neologism took off so widely.

From Slate • Oct. 13, 2025

Sabrina Carpenter, “Espresso” “Me espresso” may end up the year’s best pop neologism — but let’s not overlook the linguistic invention in “Walked in and dream-came-true’d it for you.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2024

The caffeinated drink of the summer isn’t cold brew or iced matcha — it’s “me espresso,” a weird and strangely brilliant neologism coined by the pop singer Sabrina Carpenter in her ascendant hit “Espresso.”

From New York Times • May 22, 2024

The psychological neologism can range in meaning from the feeling of anticipated loss to outright trauma from climate change.

From Washington Times • Feb. 19, 2023

My father says he is a nauseating commercial neologism.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood