analogue bag noun [C]
UK /ˈæn.ə.lɒg ˌbæg/ US /ˈæn.ə.lɑːg ˌbæg/
a bag filled with activities such as knitting or books to help someone use their smartphone less in their free time
So-called analogue bags, filled with activities such as crosswords, knitting, novels and journals, have become the unexpected accessory of the season. They are being championed by millennials and gen Z as a way to reduce screen time – the idea is that the bag should contain the essentials needed to remain offline for as long as possible.
[theguardian.com, 9 January 2026]
Janalogue noun [C]
UK /ˈdʒæn.ə.lɒg/ US /ˈdʒæn.ə.lɑːg/
a campaign organized in the month of January that encourages people to spend less time using digital devices and more time on non-digital activities
Deloitte expects the next New Year’s resolution trend could be a digital detox, with Brits starting the year with an “analogue January” or “Janalogue” – a conscious disconnect from digital devices and apps. Of course, some resolutions may not endure, but “Janalogue” could well become an annual month of digital disconnection for UK consumers.
[advanced-television.com, 17 December 2025]
friction-maxxing noun [U]
/ˈfrɪk.ʃᵊn.ˌmæksɪŋ/
the practice of making everyday activities slightly less convenient to reduce reliance on digital devices and to discourage overuse
Paying with cash instead of a card. Using a flip-phone instead of a smartphone. Expressing your true opinion, even if it causes tension. Welcome to the new trend of friction-maxxing that’s catalyzing what it means to be human in 2026. Kathryn Jezer-Morton argues that in the face of technologies that sell us escapism at every turn, we need to build up tolerance for “inconvenience” and start friction-maxxing.
[cybernews.com, 7 January 2026]
Suggested New Word: Energily (Adverb)
Definition: In an energetic or high-spirited manner; with living with vitality.
Reasons for Inclusion:
Fills a Linguistic Gap: While we have “energetically,” it is a long and clunky four-syllable word. “Energily” is a more efficient, three-syllable alternative that feels “missing” from the standard lexicon.
Natural Morphological Pattern: The word follows established English word-formation rules (Noun/Adjective + -ly), similar to happily, cleverly, or readily. This makes it “transparent,” meaning readers can understand it instantly without a prior definition.
Superior Visual/Aesthetic Flow: Compared to the clinical sound of “energetically,” “energily” has a better visual and phonetic profile, making it more appealing for creative writing, headlines, and modern digital communication.
Functional Selection: As language trends toward brevity and clarity, “energily” acts as a fundamental improvement rather than a passing slang trend.
Fundamental Linguistic Efficiency: Unlike trending slang (e.g., skibidi or delulu), “energily” addresses a permanent gap in the language. While “energetically” is common, its length often disrupts the flow of modern, concise writing. “Energily” provides a streamlined, three-syllable alternative that users naturally seek out.
High Morphological Transparency: The word follows a logical English pattern (Noun/Adjective + -ly) that makes it immediately understandable to learners and native speakers alike. This aligns with Cambridge’s mission to support English learners by documenting useful collocational patterns.
Predictive for Corpus Evidence: Although not yet widely documented in formal texts, “energily” is a word that “feels missing” because it represents a natural evolution. Lexicographers should monitor the corpus for its emerging use in casual conversation and digital media, where it is likely to show the “staying power” required for inclusion.
Addressing “Failed Lookups”: As a fundamental word, “energily” likely generates “failed search” data on dictionary sites. Adding it would move it from a “missing” word to an official record, helping bridge the gap between how people think and how they are permitted to write.
Examples of “Energily” in use cases :
Live Energily.
Living energily is fundemental need for every life to function properly.
Simple Action: “The team approached the final sprint energily, fueled by the potential for success.”
Adverbial Phrase: “After a solid night’s sleep, she woke up and began her morning routine energily do task.”
Philosophical/Abstract Use: “Living energily is fundamental to a fulfilled human existence, a basic need rather than just a lifestyle option.”
Contrasting Idea: “While others approached the problem cautiously, Sarah moved energily, confident she could find a quick solution.”
Lifestyle Context: “The new wellness program is designed to teach participants how to live energily to go beyond life’s everyday challenges.”
Direct Instruction: “He told his staff, ‘Live energily; this project needs your full vitality right now.'”
“She approached the new project energily, inspiring the rest of the team with her enthusiasm.”
Howzit, how’s it going? 🙂
Honestly, I’m inclined to believe that you want too much from them.
As a matter of fact, this dictionary misses plenty of words that have long been included in other respected dictionaries such as, for instance, the Oxford English Dictionary and Merriam-Webster.