What is Vanishing Americana?
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A term for Americanisms or inventions that are gradually disappearing, as described in the book "Going Going Gone: Vanishing Americana" by by Susan Jonas and Marilyn Nissenson.
Hood ornaments. Prank phone calls. Phonebooths with doors. Blue laws. Hitchiking. Men's clubs. Garter belts. The 'Red Menace'. Typewriters. Rotary telephones.
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Adjective for an exotic and scintillating woman. Must be dressed exquisitely.
She looked absolutely xintillating in that dress!
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aka roanoke country club. no prior education necessary, just pearls and loafers.
pastel polos make for a year round easter celebration ..
