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Word of the Day · September 29, 2026

paradigm

PAIR-uh-dym · noun
A typical example or pattern of something; a model.
“The company's business model represents a paradigm shift in the retail industry.”
Origin: From Greek 'paradeigma' meaning 'pattern, example.'

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