Abstract
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Highlights
Since 2008, the American Name Society has held its Name of the Year (NoY) elections
As many ANS members know, traditionally, the results of the NoY deliberations are announced at the annual meeting of the American Dialect Society (ADS)
As Michael McGoff (2022) remembers: “It was typical of Allan’s generosity when he enthusiastically welcomed the American Name Society to share its Name of the Year selections at the annual ADS event, even focusing the spotlight on ANS first”
Summary
Since 2008, the American Name Society has held its Name of the Year (NoY) elections. As many ANS members know, traditionally, the results of the NoY deliberations are announced at the annual meeting of the American Dialect Society (ADS).
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