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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

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Maybe this is a regional thing but I've always called it the US

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[–] Rhynoplaz@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

Could be regional, but I hear it quite often.

There are some instances where it feels more correct to say US, but for everyday use I probably say America more.

[–] HubertManne@piefed.social 3 points 2 days ago

I use both as well as USA and united states.

[–] deadbeef79000@lemmy.nz 1 points 2 days ago

Slightly off topic, but 'round 'ere (NZ) there's a difference between referring to the people/population as 'Americans' and sometimes 'Yanks' (sorry) and referring to the political entity 'The US' or 'The States'.

Though, the few Americans I know tend to refer to themselves in terms of their state rather than the union anyway, even in another country. E.g. "where are your from?" "I'm from California" or whatever.

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