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 The word "lunatic" derives from the Latin word "lunaticus," meaning "moonstruck." Historically, people believed that lunar events, such as eclipses, could influence human behavior, leading to the association of erratic behavior with the phases of the moon. 
 Now do "hysterical"

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#words 
 I'll just post a selfie for that one 🤪  
 Believe me, look up the history behind hystorectomy and hysteria, it's interesting. 
 People not only believe it in modern times, but it's been proven by increased emergency room visits and arrests records.