All the intellectuals that come to mind write, not because they have to or get paid to, but simply for its own sake. What good is thinking if you can’t share?

An intellectual is a person who engages in critical thinking, research, and reflection on society, culture, and ideas, often contributing to discussions or writings that seek to explore these subjects deeply.

The best way to refute that is not get into an arugment. it is to ship working software. And, once you've shipped that working software, you have a monument to the argument that is simply immovable. You can calim that no-build doesn't work for you, you can't claim that it doesn't work.

To refute means to prove that a statement or theory is wrong or false, often by providing evidence or argumentation against it.

“We don't know the answers. We guess. We may be wrong, but we leap anyway.” — Agnes de Mille

To leap means to jump or spring a long distance, often suggesting a bold or risky action taken without full assurance of the outcome.

In stillness, the word takes root.

Stillness refers to a state of being quiet and calm, often allowing for reflection or deeper understanding.

Active Job is a framework in Rails designed for declaring background jobs and executing them on a queuing backend. It provides a standardized interface for tasks like sending emails, processing data, or handling regular maintenance activities, such as clean-ups and billing charges.

To standardize means to make something conform to a set of norms or criteria, ensuring consistency and uniformity across processes or products.

But I’ve forgotten the word for walrus in French. And I’m not sure of icicle and ax.

A large marine mammal with tusks and whiskers, found in the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, known for its bulk and social behavior.

From ridicule to redemption: Rice crisis returns Koizumi to the spotlight

Redemption refers to the act of being saved from sin, error, or evil, but in this context, it signifies a restoration of one’s reputation or standing in society after a period of disgrace or ridicule.

He wrangled with his wife about their children.

To engage in a long and complicated argument or dispute, often involving differing opinions or interests.

学生はすべからく学業を第一とすべきだ。

「すべからく」とは、全ての人や事柄に対して当てはまるべきであることを示す言葉で、特に義務や必要性を強調する場合に使われます。

通常総会では任期満了に伴う新理事8人を選任し、続く理事会で清水女流七段が互選された。

互選とは、複数のメンバーが互いに推薦し合い、選ばれることを指す。特に、理事会などの団体での役員選出に用いられる。

Last year, as a candidate for the Liberal Democratic Party presidential election, he was criticized for calling for the deregulation of Japan’s labor market, and he ultimately lost to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

Deregulation refers to the process of removing or reducing government rules controlling how businesses can operate, often aimed at increasing competition and efficiency.

Another difference is the type of cancer being diagnosed. Until the 1950s and 1960s, the most common form of lung cancer was squamous cell carcinoma – a type which begins with the cells that line the lungs.

Squamous refers to a type of epithelial cell that is thin and flat, commonly found in tissues lining various organs, including the lungs, and is often associated with certain types of cancer, such as squamous cell carcinoma.

What a glorious time to be working in web development. It's been well over twenty years for me now, and a big release like this still makes me giddy like nothing else.

"Giddy" refers to a feeling of excitement or joy that can make someone feel lightheaded or dizzy, often used to describe a state of overwhelming happiness or enthusiasm.

Many young people were infatuated with the rock band.

To be intensely but short-lived in love or admiration for someone or something.