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    The New York Times‏Verified account @nytimes May 14

    Merriam-Webster renders it as “do-rag,” observing that it is a rag used to protect a hairdo. On the other hand, anyone who has ever worn a durag spells it durag. Moving on.https://nyti.ms/2rGPsKb 

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      2. Merriam-Webster‏Verified account @MerriamWebster May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        "Rafi also plays basketball, but has to wear a simple do-rag because brimmed caps aren’t allowed on the court." — The New York Times, 1 May 2017

        66 replies 64 retweets 1,129 likes
      3. The New York Times‏Verified account @nytimes May 14
        Replying to @MerriamWebster

        This was before @S_Evangelina put us on! Now we know.

        5 replies 5 retweets 75 likes
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      2. bluegrass princess‏ @aBIGsuit May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        do-rag is where "durag" comes from. language is not objective- there is no "rightness", it's really a matter of mass preference. this article is just...preachy

        1 reply 0 retweets 11 likes
      3. old soul‏ @shannonmichele_ May 14
        Replying to @aBIGsuit @nytimes

        you must be fun at parties

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      4. bluegrass princess‏ @aBIGsuit May 14
        Replying to @shannonmichele_ @nytimes

        nah, I just don't like nitpicking for no real reason. the article is informative, but the little "hey it's DURAG not do-rag" quip is just performative- it doesn't challenge a regressive standard or empower anyone, it's just a "WOKE" moment

        1 reply 0 retweets 1 like
      5. bluegrass princess‏ @aBIGsuit May 14
        Replying to @aBIGsuit @shannonmichele_ @nytimes

        it's basically the equivalent of slapping an "I'm With Her" bumper sticker on your car and claiming you're fighting fascism

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      6. old soul‏ @shannonmichele_ May 14
        Replying to @aBIGsuit @nytimes

        it’s not an attempt at being anything. it’s an authentic viewpoint straight from someone who has lived & breathed the culture. the dictionary defined it AFTER black culture invented it & every time i’ve seen anyone within the culture use the word, it’s been spelled as durag

        1 reply 0 retweets 1 like
      7. old soul‏ @shannonmichele_ May 14
        Replying to @shannonmichele_ @aBIGsuit @nytimes

        she’s just schooling the masses on how WE use the word. not shaming, just sharing.

        3 replies 0 retweets 3 likes
      8. Scott "Free Arie""Free Gay Patriot" Warren‏ @big_sarge1 May 14
        Replying to @shannonmichele_ @aBIGsuit @nytimes

        My running buddies way back when spelled it d-o, but I confess I never really gave it much thought, then or now.

        0 replies 0 retweets 2 likes
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      2. Ryan Lange‏ @lange_ryan May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        OK, so how does the author establish the etymology of the word's spelling? She doesn't cite any previous use cases. "Moving on" is not evidence.

        1 reply 0 retweets 3 likes
      3. Ryan Lange‏ @lange_ryan May 14
        Replying to @lange_ryan @nytimes

        Is this like how you all wanted to make peas in guacamole a thing?

        0 replies 0 retweets 5 likes
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      1. Jay George‏ @jj__george May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        I can’t today.

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      1. Sad Hombre  🇲🇽‏ @Amati9 May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        Best. Article. Ever.

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      1. John Eligon‏ @jeligon May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        This is the part of the program where we need to remind everyone that it is a former NYT staffer who has completely revolutionized the durag game with the @TsuRag !https://www.tsurag.com/ 

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      1. M i a‏ @unaskedopinions May 14
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      1. Mike Rosa‏ @mdotr_ May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        I don't know anyone who has spelled it as "durag" and I know quite a few people, including family members who have worn one on numerous occasions. Is it maybe a regional spelling?

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      1. Yes I Am A Hedgehog‏ @tashenubaste May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        Literally wearing a "durag" right now and have only ever spelled it "do-rag" but since you seem confused about what "the end" means maybe I shouldn't expect you to have a firm grasp on "anyone who has ever."

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      1. Clinton W.‏ @Moist_Goth May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        This... This is what you're reporting on today?

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      1. nemofeb‏ @nemofeb May 14
        Replying to @nytimes

        When would people who wear one have to actually spell it.

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