On Words and Up Words alternatives: newsletters like it
6 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as On Words and Up Words (Etymology of 'Dw-' words, Historical linguistics and Literary references). The closest matches are all the cool girls read, Dead Language Society and Behind the Gospels . They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About On Words and Up Words
On Words and Up Words publishes linguistic etymology articles exploring word origins, historical slang, animal names, and comparative forms, targeting readers interested in language history and quirky linguistic facts.
- Etymology of 'Dw-' words
- Historical linguistics
- Literary references
- Television dialogue analysis
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From recent posts: Behind the Gospels publishes scholarly articles and interviews focused on Biblical studies, New Testament analysis, and connections between ancient literature and the Gospels. The publication targets readers interested…
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- 5Alexander Orlov1K subscribers
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From recent posts: The publication features personal essays and narrative writing that blend mythology, ritual, and creative experimentation. Content spans alchemical homunculus creation, Greek myth analysis, and fiction involving…
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