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“This lexicon gives a humorous and precise overview of the most important words and phrases of politically correct newspeak,” the back cover of Klaus Rainer Röhl’s Politisch Korrekt von A bis Z from 1995 promises.
From Slate ● Jan. 5, 2025
The "41 bis" is designed to prevent jailed organised crime leaders from communicating with outside affiliates, mostly by restricting their contacts with other inmates and visitors.
From Reuters ● Feb. 24, 2023
He fluffs his chip up, which comes back towards bis feet.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 8, 2022
The outside of the house, at 5 bis Rue de Verneuil in Paris, is another story.
From New York Times ● Jul. 25, 2016
He said it was of great value, but that was probably a lie too, like bis name and even bis face.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
