Puzzle #60 · July 31, 2025
soap opera
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Every day one two-word expression or compound word used in American English.
A soap opera is a serialized drama, originally on radio and later on tv, known for long-running storylines, melodramatic plots, and focus on relationships. The name ‘soap opera’ comes from sponsorship originally by soap and detergent companies
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