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Why do we say 'OK'?
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Expert Answer
'OK' originated in 1839 as a Boston abbreviation fad ('oll korrect' for 'all correct'). It spread when supporters of Martin Van Buren ('Old Kinderhook') formed the 'OK Club.' Its simplicity made it internationally adopted. It's now one of the most recognized words globally.
Key Insight
'OK' originated in 1839 as a Boston abbreviation fad ('oll korrect' for 'all correct').
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