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uncamark

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It's the British Spelling Bee!
« on: November 10, 2004, 06:33:16 PM »
Here's an article from the UK's Evening Standard about an upcoming BBC competition series that no one's tut-tutting about.

However, an explanation from our British posters would be appreciated about the significance of the "Swot Idol" title that's been jokingly given to "Hard Spell."

And here's a little something about the three London contestants.  Check out Anthony's favorite word--isn't he cheeky?

Brig Bother

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It's the British Spelling Bee!
« Reply #1 on: November 10, 2004, 06:58:10 PM »
Hmm. Well a "swot" is a coloquialism for someone who is academically gifted and seems to throw all their effort into schoolwork.

Here's a review of short lived teatime show Swot or Wot?