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The phrase “OK” — appeared in public for the first time on this date in 1839 in the Boston Morning Post.

Profile America: Coining A Phrase

Thursday, March 23 — One of the most distinctive and near universal American colloquialisms — the affirmation “OK” — appeared in public for the first time on this date in 1839. There have been claims that “OK” derives from languages as […]

by · March 23, 2017 · Profile America
The phrase “OK” — appeared in public for the first time on this date in 1839 in the Boston Morning Post.

Profile America: Coining A Phrase, OK

COINING A PHRASE Sunday, March 20 — One of the most distinctive and near universal American colloquialisms — the affirmation “OK” — appeared in public for the first time this month in 1839. There have been claims that “OK” (‘oh-kay’) […]

by · March 20, 2016 · Profile America