Nevada Residents Most Often Google How to Spell 'Seizure,' Study Shows
Nevadans frequently search Google to verify the spelling of "seizure," according to new research by Essay Hub analyzing Google Trends data from 2024.
Google search results for "seizure"
The finding is particularly relevant given Nevada's above-average epilepsy rate of 1,047 to 1,098 cases per 100,000 people, compared to the national average. The Nevada Epilepsy Foundation reports over 31,000 state residents live with the condition.
Other states showed interesting spelling patterns:
- Idaho and West Virginia residents frequently searched how to spell their own state names
- New Jersey commonly searched "thousand"
- Pennsylvania often checked "reimbursement"
- Three states (Montana, Nebraska, and South Dakota) frequently searched "beautiful/beautifully"
Some unusual most-searched spellings included:
- "Boutonniere" in Utah
- "Multiplication" in North Carolina
- "Prank" in Virginia
- "Paparazzi" in Minnesota
- "Cheese" in Alaska
- "Tomato" in California
- "Bologna" in New Mexico
The research utilized Google Trends data to analyze "how do you spell" searches across all U.S. states. According to Essay Hub researchers, many of these commonly misspelled words have different variations, making verification important for accurate documentation.
For context, Nevada hosts 315 locations with nonrestricted gaming licenses as of October 2024, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB). While residents may be familiar with casino terminology, medical terms like "seizure" prove more challenging to spell correctly.
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