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OK: A simple word with a complex history

We use this word on a daily basis. It has even transcended boundaries, perhaps being one of the few English words the whole world knows. But did you know this word originated from some 19th Century political humour. Unbelievable, right? Lets look into the history of OK, okay?

27 May 2026 12:35 pm