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  2. 18 quirky British Christmas traditions that probably confuse ...

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    The Telegraph reported that the first Christmas address was 251 words long, but Queen Elizabeth II later came to average 656 words in each speech. It is often one of the most-watched television ...

  3. Belsnickel - Wikipedia

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    Belsnickel (also known as Belschnickel, Belznickle, Belznickel, Pelznikel, Pelznickel, Bell Sniggle [1]) is a crotchety, fur-clad Christmas gift-bringer figure in the folklore of the Palatinate region of southwestern Germany along the Rhine, the Saarland, and the Odenwald area of Baden-Württemberg.

  4. Scarf (disambiguation) - Wikipedia

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    Scarf, slang word for gulp or eat "wolfishly" (as in "scarfed down one's food") Scarf joint (also known as a scarph joint), a method of joining two members end to end in woodworking or metalworking SCARF , a psychological framework developed by David Rock

  5. Christmas decoration - Wikipedia

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    A Christmas tree inside a home, with the top of the tree containing a decoration symbolizing the Star of Bethlehem. [18]The Christmas tree was first used by German Lutherans in the 16th century, with records indicating that a Christmas tree was placed in the Cathedral of Strassburg in 1539, under the leadership of the Protestant Reformer, Martin Bucer.

  6. 30 Christmas Traditions From Around the World - AOL

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    But the holiday has made some adaptations: Santa Claus in China almost always has a saxophone, and a new tradition, according to the Confucius Institute for Scotland, is the gifting of “peace ...

  7. Glossary of British terms not widely used in the United States

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    Christmas, especially with regard to its more secular and commercial aspects. crisps very thinly sliced fried potatoes, often flavoured, eaten cold as a snack (US: potato chips) crotchet a musical note with a duration of one count in a time signature of 4/4 (common time) (US: quarter note; see Note value) cuddly toy

  8. 25 Fun and Festive Farewells for Your Elf on the Shelf - AOL

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    Deck the Walls. With all the Christmas decor lying around, your elf can create a final festive scene that'll instantly brighten up your home. Use colorful tape to craft a cheerful tree on the wall ...

  9. Glossary of early twentieth century slang in the United States

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    Notes Works cited References External links Background Melodrama films captivate the audience by weaving narratives that evoke intense emotions. These films primarily focus on family dynamics, centering around characters who face adversity and exploring themes of duty and love. The melodramatic format portrays characters navigating their challenges with unwavering determination, selfless acts ...