Why was blue blood a sign of nobility? The real story

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Talk like royalty Why was blue blood a sign of nobility? The real story 6 min. Have you ever wondered why rich families are called "blue bloods," or why movie stars walk on a red carpet and not carpets of another color? The answers go back hundreds of years, to castles, crowns, and even a Viking king. Here are 10 everyday expressions with intriguing royal roots. Read full article

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Word of the Day: Quid pro quo

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Word of the day · Oct 21, 2026 Quid pro quo 1. a favor or advantage granted or expected in return for something “the pardon was a quid pro quo for their help in releasing hostages” noun/ˌkwɪd ˌproʊ ˈkwoʊ/

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