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White Paper: Noun–Verb Conversion and Verb–Noun Conversion in Contemporary English: Processes and Cross-Linguistic Comparison

Posted on August 14, 2025 by nathanalbright

1. Introduction The phenomenon by which nouns become verbs and verbs become nouns is an enduring feature of English, but its scope and fluidity have accelerated in contemporary usage. This paper examines: The linguistic mechanisms that enable conversion (also called … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Psychological Dynamics of Ex-Member Hostility Toward Faith Traditions

Posted on August 14, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This paper examines the psychological and social mechanisms that can drive certain former members of religious organizations, specifically the United Church of God (UCG) and related Sabbatarian Church of God traditions, to engage in persistent online criticism or … Continue reading →

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