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TIL There are more people who have learned English as a second language than there are native speakers.

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bexE TIL Cynicism is actually a philosophy that advocates the rejection of sex, power, wealth, and fame in order to live a virtuous life that is in balance with nature.
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jQON TIL legendary English comedian Benny Hill earned a 7 figure salary yet never owned a home, didn’t buy a car, rarely purchased new clothes and always bought cheap foods in supermarkets.
p8XWe TIL the "X" in "Xmas" comes from the Greek letter "Chi".