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This issue of Notes and Queries continues its mission of fostering scholarly dialogue on literature, language, and historical research. Contributors examine the origins and meanings of obscure words and phrases, shedding light on their etymology and historical context. Shakespearean scholarship remains a key focus, with correspondents debating textual variations and interpretative challenges. Additional topics include biblical and classical references, medieval legal customs, and antiquarian discoveries, offering readers a wide array of intellectual inquiries.Responses to previous queries enrich the discussions, as scholars refine arguments, introduce alternative interpretations, and present newly uncovered evidence. Manuscript studies, early printing techniques, and genealogical investigations further contribute to the depth of this issue. The periodical’s interactive format ensures a continuous exchange of knowledge, reinforcing its reputation as an essential resource for historians, bibliophiles, and scholars of language and literature.