Why the
word "moist" makes so
many people cringe
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“Moist,” psychologically, is a very loaded word. According to a research
study conducted by psychology professor Dr. Paul Thibodeau at Oberlin College, around 18 percent of American English speakers hate the
word “moist.” And the hate behind “moist” stems from word’s association.*
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