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Why was Daylight Savings started? - Tuttle Twins
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Minjane posted on 2025/09/07Ever wondered why we mess with our clocks twice a year? This hilarious sketch from the Tuttle Twins breaks down the surprising wartime origins of Daylight Saving Time and why it totally messes with your sleep! You'll pick up practical phrases for everyday conversations and learn a fun piece of cultural history along the way.
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depression
US /dɪˈprɛʃən/
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UK /dɪ'preʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Medical condition of a lack of vitality
- Period of unemployment and low economic activity
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US /ˈruɪn/
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UK /'ru:ɪn/
- Transitive Verb
- To damage or completely destroy something
- To cause someone to lose their money or status
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Remains of a building that has been destroyed
- The state of being destroyed or severely damaged.
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US /ˈfjuəl/
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UK /'fju:əl/
- Transitive Verb
- To give power to (a mob, anger, etc.); incite
- To provide gas or petrol for something
- Uncountable Noun
- Material used to produce heat or power when burned
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US /kɚs/
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UK /kɜ:s/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To use offensive language when angry; swear
- Noun
- Act to cause trouble to others
- A word or phrase used to express anger or annoyance.
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