The vagabond, when rich, is called a tourist.

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Sodium bicarbonate is commonly known as baking soda.

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Africa was once called the Dark Continent.

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This bird is known as a cuckoo.

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He was a big man called Little John.

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In Japan, the 3rd of March is known as "Momo no Sekku". As an event which wishes upon the healthy development and happiness of young girls, Hina-dolls and peach flowers are used as decoration. Peach flowers are beautiful, light pink flowers, and symbolise "Charmingness".

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Computers seem to play the role of the human brain, so they're often called "electric brains".

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He goes by the name of Kenchan.

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Kale has been called a superfood.

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She goes by the name of Amy.

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She resented being called a coward.

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One can easily characterize a majority of the energy and power subcommittee members as nincompoops — scientific illiterates who spread misinformation crafted by oil and coal companies in order to minimize the significance of global climate change.

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Known as the water towers of Asia, the Himalayas feed 10 major rivers such as the Yangtze, the Ganges and the Indus.

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