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The Linguistics of ‘Google It’: When Brands Become Verbs
Ever wonder how “Google” went from a company name to a common verb in our dictionary? This article explores the fascinating linguistic journey of brands that become household words, from the grammatical magic of “anthimeria” to the high-stakes risk of “genericide.” We dive into the tricky legal and linguistic tightrope companies must walk between market dominance and losing their trademark entirely.
