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We use them all the time, often without a second thought: a priori arguments, de facto situations, post-mortem examinations. These little bursts of Latin are sprinkled throughout our daily conversations and writing, serving as sophisticated linguistic shortcuts. They lend an air of authority, a touch of elegance, or a moment of clarity that plain English sometimes struggles to provide. But where did they come from? What did a Roman citizen actually mean when they first coined the phrase caveat emptor? ""Sanskrit Origins of English: Etymologies of Latin Phrases in English"" is an exploration of this fascinating linguistic cross-pollination. This book invites you to look past the familiar usage and discover the original context, the literal translation, and the cultural evolution of the essential Latin phrases that have become indispensable parts of the English language. Prepare to rediscover the Sanskrit roots of your modern vocabulary.

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