Lexicon ValleyApology and Privilege0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -4:02-4:02Paid episodeThe full episode is only available to paid subscribers of Lexicon ValleySubscribe to listenApology and PrivilegeWould you believe they have a common ancestor that also gave life to LEXICON?John McWhorterMay 31, 2022∙ Paid91ShareAn ancient root meaning to choose or gather is sprinkled across the English language in words from legislation to select to apologia. John explains.Listen to this episode with a 7-day free trialSubscribe to Lexicon Valley to listen to this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.Already a paid subscriber? Sign inLexicon ValleyA podcast about language, with hosts Mike Vuolo, Bob Garfield and John McWhorter.A podcast about language, with hosts Mike Vuolo, Bob Garfield and John McWhorter.SubscribeListen onSubstack AppRSS FeedAppears in episodeJohn McWhorterRecent EpisodesAsk Not ...?Sep 4 • Michael Vuolo and Bob GarfieldThe American Accent Came FirstJul 9 • John McWhorterOversleeping at the SleepoverMay 20 • John McWhorterThe Story of UsApr 22 • John McWhorterFire, Die, RimMar 11 • John McWhorterHither and YonJan 7 • John McWhorterDown the Rabbit HoleNov 27, 2024 • John McWhorterGiving You the BusinessOct 15, 2024 • John McWhorter