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Watch: Why is 'Mogging' the word of the year?

The slang word has become popular among members of Generations Z and Alpha - both online and in everyday conversation.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 2 sources•1 min read•Updated November 3, 2026, 2:03 PM UTC

The slang term, which relates to outshining or upstaging someone, is one of 10 words celebrated.

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