'Mogging' is Collins' word of the year... but do you know what it means?
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What the coverage says
Collins English Dictionary has named "mogging" its word of the year for 2026. The BBC and The Guardian describe the winning term as bodybuilding slang related to outshining, outperforming, or making someone look inferior. The Independent reports that the slang beat other contenders including "bixie," "Manchesterism," and "ghost job," while The Guardian adds that the wider list of entries also concerned artificial intelligence and the climate crisis. The BBC notes that the selection is popular both online and in daily conversation among Generations Z and Alpha.
Written by HeadlineShine from 3 outlets' reporting, with AI assistance. Each outlet's own story is listed alongside.
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