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When gusto first entered the English language in the 17th century, what did the word refer to?

gusto

[guhs-toh] / ˈgʌs toʊ /


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With the garish gusto of a WWE wrestler, Tucker’s entrance as the ringleader of the show “Stamptown” electrifies the stage.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2026

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Chey quaffed whiskey at a fried chicken restaurant last month with the gusto of two billionaires at the pinnacle of the world’s AI investment bonanza.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

"Hathaway is a model of steely self-possession masking vulnerability; Pattinson bites into his character's villainy with gusto."

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

Coach Mauricio Pochettino was seen pumping his fist and singing along with gusto.

From Barron's Jul. 5, 2026

They fielded her inquiries with gusto: they could, and did, spend most of their lives talking and thinking about flight and would never run out of patience for the topic.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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