Word: shapkozakidatelstvo
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Aside from such a penchant for masochism, the Russians have a curious affection for gangly words. These march across the pages with all the ostentation of our public during a time of war. For example, digest the word shapkozakidatelstvo if you can. Literally, it means “tossing-caps-up-in-the-air-ness” and connotes an arrogant faith in victory or success. It’s the kind of brilliant expression you can get bladdered on (and no doubt, this is a very Russian thing to encourage). But can you imagine them militantly lined...
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