American Way Cover - 3/1/2008

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Candid Camera » In front of the lens, Aaron Eckhart is the picture of intensity. Behind it, though, he is the picture of happiness.
Mardi Gras, With Cowboys » At Calgary's annual Stampede, the party rages harder than any bucking bronco in the citys wild see-and-be-seen rodeo.
A Whole New Brawl Game » What happens when a bunch of girls on skates get together for a little fun? Pure mayhem.
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Office Space » What do you do when your coworkers are making you sick? Stan Kapuchinski will tell you.
A Monumental Feat » Six decades after World War II, a mission to return looted artwork to its rightful owners has left behind a priceless legacy.
Major League Money, Major League Issues » For pro athletes, making millions of dollars a year is the easy part. Avoiding a financial strikeout usually requires an assist.
Word Of Mouth » Starting April 24, American Airlines will offer direct service to Barcelona from New York’s JFK Aiport. We think there’s no better way to introduce you to this Spanish city than to ditch the guidebook and let a few famous locals show you around.
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Oklahoma | Texas | Massachusetts | California

What’s That You Say?

by American Way Staff
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Cack•le•ber•ries
the South
Definition: eggs

 

Catty•wam•pus
Oklahoma and Texas
(regional synonyms: slanchwise, sigogglin, and antigogglin)
Definitions: 1. askew; 2. to lean

 

Ho•sey
Massachusetts
Definition: to claim dibs

 

Lar•rup•in'
Oklahoma and Texas
Definition: really, really good

 

Mo•ded
California
Definition: to be tricked or had

 

Spendy
the Northwest
Definition: expensive


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