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Nick is a foundational yule war story, steeped within the arcane Norse legends.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2024
The yule log would begin burning on Christmas Day and extend until January 5, also known as Twelfth Night.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2023
Toy stores once ruled the yule, alongside the hobby and game stores that share the same retail sector.
—Andrew Van Dam, Washington Post, 22 Dec. 2023
Sufjan Stevens’ label, Asthmatic Kitty, is launching an official yule log that will be soundtracked by the musician’s many holiday songs.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 30 Nov. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English yol, from Old English geōl; akin to Old Norse jōl, a pagan midwinter festival
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of yule was
before the 12th century
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“Yule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yule. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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