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Words’ meanings also change from one region of the country to another. For example, what would you envision having if you were to stop for a soda? For an egg cream? What each word brings to mind probably depends on the region of the country you grew up in.

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In some parts of the United States, soda refers to a soft drink, but in others it refers to a concoction of ice cream and a soft drink. In some sections of the country, egg cream refers to a mixture of seltzer, syrup, and milk, but elsewhere it conjures up the image of an egg mixed with cream.

Do you have examples of situations where place influences the meaning of words?