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'Mogging' Named Collins' Word of the Year for 2026
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What Happened?
'Mogging', defined as outshining someone, has been named Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year for 2026, with a 210% increase in usage this year.
Key points
- 'Mogging' originated in bodybuilding culture around 2016.
- The term saw a 210% rise in usage this year.
- It beat other contenders like 'firewave' and 'ghost jobs'.
- The word is now commonly used among teenagers and on social media.
- Last year's winner was 'vibe coding'.
- The term gained attention after an incident involving influencer Braden Peters.
Key insights
- 'Mogging' illustrates the influence of Gen Z and Gen Alpha on modern slang.
- The term's popularity may lead to further evolution of language in social contexts.
- Social media plays a significant role in the rapid spread of new slang terms.
Why it matters
The rise of 'mogging' reflects how younger generations are shaping language.
Source
Times Now
