In newsrooms, there are constant debates over how journalists should use certain words. We're pulling back the curtain to provide some transparency on the words you hear — or don't hear — from NPR.

Veteran campaign strategist James Carville warned Democrats Tuesday that using far-left political jargon is alienating persuadable voters. Since before the election, Carville has struggled to wrench ...

Filler words serve important cognitive and social functions, but you can rein them in when it matters.