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Subotage

Noun: When performed by a sub editor, the act of shattering a writer’s fragile ego by presuming to change A. Word. Ever.
(See Coren G. v Owen, Amanda and Ben - 2008)
Usage: I can’t stand it, I know you planned it
I’m gonna set it straight, this Watergate
I can’t stand rocking when I’m in here
‘Cause your crystal […]

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Newswang

Noun: A news item so perfect that subsequent editors can find no fault and no room for improvement therein.
Usage: That’s newswang!

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Piecemail

Adv: fragmentary or unsystematic approach to sending email.
Usage: Why, for the love of God, can’t you just collate everything into one message instead of sending it piecemail?

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