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The Little Book of Second Mentions, out now https://amzn.to/43oYehw | secondmentions.com | secondmentions@gmail.com
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Second Mentions @secondmentions.bsky.social · May 21
Exciting, wonderful, tremendous news - we have written a book!! The 300-page synonym-packed collection is coming out on 19 August and is available to pre-order now from our amazing publisher Biteback Publishing, Waterstones or Amazon - amzn.to/43oYehw
Front cover of The Little Book of Second Mentions, with the subtitle The Art of Avoiding Repetition, featuring an image of a banana and some alternatives for banana including 'the bendy breakfast staple', 'the curvy favourite', 'the potassium-packed produce', 'the elongated fruit', 'the energy-rich treat', 'the fruity pick-me-up'. The authors names are Juliet Maguire and Matthew Maguire. There are two quotes included, one from the Times and one from the New Yorker. The one from the Times says 'The best thing on social media' and the one from the New Yorker says 'Charming, insane, perfect'. The image notes that the book is out in August 2025.
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"the noble, katana-wielding heroes"

www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...
An article from the Guardian with the words "the noble, katana-wielding heroes" highlighted in pink
November 10, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Calling @secondmentions.bsky.social - “unusually coloured commemorative flower”
November 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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@secondmentions.bsky.social "warm-hearted kids' programme"
November 10, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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@secondmentions.bsky.social "the downgraded perk"
November 9, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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“The Jewish comfort sandwich” @secondmentions.bsky.social
November 9, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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"The beloved collectibles company"

rollingout.com/2025/11/08/f...
Funko announces major concerns about company's future
Funko warns investors about its future after losing millions in 2025. The Pop! collectibles company faces mounting debts and declining sales across markets.
rollingout.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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Excellent alliteration in this second mention.

At least we don't have to worry about this issue with Costco in West Auckland 😁

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Costco is recalling more than 940,000 bottles of its Kirkland brand Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene, warning that the bubbly beverage could pose a "laceration hazard." cbsn.ws/482G60q
Nearly 1 million bottles of prosecco recalled from Costco
Costco said the recalled bubbly beverages could pose a "laceration hazard" to consumers.
cbsn.ws
November 8, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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The critter-shaped container! @secondmentions.bsky.social
cavandy.bsky.social Vandy, C.A. @cavandy.bsky.social · 3d
Starbucks’ Viral Bear Cup Is Causing Mayhem: ‘I Will Fight You for It’

The critter-shaped container is already being resold for hundreds of dollars $SBUX
Starbucks’ Viral Bear Cup Is Causing Mayhem: ‘I Will Fight You for It’ — TODAY
The critter-shaped container is already being resold for hundreds of dollars.
apple.news
November 7, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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ft James Corden as 'the Peter Rabbit star'
November 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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"the Mensa card-carrier with a reported IQ of 170"

www.bbc.co.uk/news/resourc...
The science of a trustworthy face - and how to spot a liar (or Traitor) - BBC News
Scientists suggest that trustworthiness is influenced by facial expressions - and levels of attractiveness.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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‘The canine-centric milieu’ 🐶
November 6, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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Fans raise €16m Duralex preservative bit.ly/49FxyxL the stubby much loved glasses will not be lost as French public saves the now cooperative business
French pour cash in to save firm that makes beloved Duralex tumblers
Funding appeal raises €16 million in 24 hours for a brand that millions remember fondly from school meals
bit.ly
November 6, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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“Duralex preservative” 🤨
Excellent @secondmentions.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 7:44 AM
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"The soda brand" is a pretty damning @secondmentions.bsky.social.
November 5, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Old news with elegant @secondmentions.bsky.social: the infamous prop, the priceless but elusive masterpiece, and more.

www.bbc.com/news/uk-engl...
'Allo 'Allo's Fallen Madonna sells for £15,000 at auction
The "masterpiece" was bought by a man from Nouvion in France, where 'Allo 'Allo was supposedly set.
www.bbc.com
November 4, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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@secondmentions.bsky.social "The household appliance"

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Fridge-freezer dumped near bus stop in Buckinghamshire town
A fridge-freezer has been dumped along a High Wycombe street as the county’s fly-tipping problems continue.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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'The low-cost retail giant'
www.wokingnewsandmail.co.uk/news/new-lid...
New Lidl earmarked for Woking site after Surrey HQ sale
There could soon be a new Lidl in the middle of Woking – with the discount retailer expecting to put its plans to the community in the coming weeks.
www.wokingnewsandmail.co.uk
November 4, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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🐻 As #PaddingtonTheMusical opens this month, we're here for all your second mentions needs 🐻

👉 All this and more in 'The Little Book of Second Mentions', out now

amzn.eu/d/aWn883j
Text reading: Meanwhile over on X, journalists Callum Thomson asked for our advice when trying to come up with a second mention for Paddington Bear, writing: "Not sure I can get away with "the Peruvian marmalade muncher, can I, Second Mentions'?" Of course, we can't speak on behalf of your sub-editor, but if you need more suggestions, then perhaps take inspiration from 'the furry Peruvian emigre' in The Guardian, 'the marmalade-loving bear' in the Halesowen News and, our favourite, 'the duffle-coat-wearing ursine' from BBC News. And, if you need a second mention for marmalade sandwiches, we suggest 'the bread and orange preserve staple', which featured in The Independent.
November 4, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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further down the article "the iconic duffle coat botherer".
November 4, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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We have a winner...
Image of Paddington bear with text from the Guardian reading: Big belly, wavy fur and a nose for trouble: we exclusively reveal the new-look Paddington. It's been the biggest secret in theatre: what will the marmalade-loving, hyper-polite Peruvian look like in Paddington the Musical? As the curtain rises, we speak to the new bear's creator, a veteran of Star Wars and PG Tips ads
November 4, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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"the marmalade-muncher" www.denofgeek.com/tv/paddingto...
Paddington Is a Podcaster Now, and His Makers Aren't Happy
A foul-mouthed version of Paddington has provoked a new lawsuit.
www.denofgeek.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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"the marmalade-loving bear" www.timeout.com/london/news/...
‘Paddington the Musical’ has finally revealed the surprising truth about who will play Paddington on stage in London
Exactly how the bear would be portrayed live was a big secret.
www.timeout.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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"the odd-looking sea creatures" www.ladbible.com/news/animals...
Urgent warning as world’s most dangerous jellyfish-like creature dubbed 'floating terrors' spotted on UK beach
Officials have warned locals about coming into contact with the deadly creatures.
www.ladbible.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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"the blood-sucking insects" www.femalefirst.co.uk/bizarre/mosq...
Mosquitoes are attracted to beer drinkers
Mosquitoes like to bite people who drink beer.
www.femalefirst.co.uk
November 2, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Italy: "the beautiful, boot-shaped peninsula" www.active-traveller.com/travel/walki...
Walking Holidays in Italy | A Guide to Exploring the Beautiful, Boot-Shaped Peninsula on Foot
There are few better ways to soak up the sights, sounds and experiences of Italy than a walking holiday. Here, Active Traveller's editor (who lives in Italy) shares his top tips.
www.active-traveller.com
October 31, 2025 at 3:29 PM