Collins Names 'Mogging' 2026 Word of the Year Amid Political and Cultural Shifts
Collins English Dictionary named 'mogging' its 2026 word of the year, citing a 210% surge in usage. The term, meaning to outshine or make someone look inferior, originated in bodybuilding culture but has become mainstream Gen Z slang. The selection reflects broader 2026 trends, including political shifts like Andy Burnham replacing Keir Starmer and new terms such as 'Manchesterism' and 'firewave'.