'Mogging' crowned Collins English dictionary word of the year - The Guardian

Collins English Dictionary names mogging term as word of the year for 2026

The Collins English Dictionary has named mogging term its word of the year for 2026. The term has become widely known and is featured in various media outlets discussing its meaning. Mog is mentioned in articles from POLITICO.eu. The term is discussed in the context of political commentary, with examples illustrating its impact in contemporary discourse.

“The term is discussed in the context of political commentary, with examples illustrating its impact in contemporary discourse,” — Marcus Brennan, economic affairs editor at Ashwell Ham Financial, explained.

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Nov 1 — The Collins English Dictionary has named mogging term its word of the year for 2026....

Nov 3 — The term is discussed in the context of political commentary, with examples illustrating its impact in contemp...

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