Susie Dent

From a meteorologist called Sarah Blizzard to a policeman named Rob Banks, our columnist shares some of her favourite examples of nominative determinism.

Our columnist looks at how writers through the ages – and our language itself – have paid tribute to mothers.

Bodily functions, religion and even clothing have all been used as profanities over the centuries. Our columnist on the surprising history of swearing.

As Dry January begins for some, our columnist remains in a festive spirit, raising a glass to the lush lexicon of alcohol.