Famous People's Favourite Words

11 famous people have chosen favourite words. Here's who and why:

Michael Buerk , Greater London: airwaves, A few obvious reasons - broadcasting of course, and I do a lot of sailing. Besides, it sounds nice and soothing

Jon Snow, Newsreader: cascade, I find myself using it with regard to events… which seem to cascade after one another…its also my dishwashing powder!!!!

Phil "The power" Taylor, Darts Player: challenge, The reason is that new challenges, such as losing my World Championship title to Raymond van Barneveld in January, keep me motivated after nearly 20 years of playing professionally.

Kim Wilde, Rock star and TV gardener: child, It is a word that always evokes feelings of love

Natasha Hamilton, Former Atomic Kitten: family, It is the epitome of who I am. It symbolises responsibility and hope, but above everything else it brings me all the joy in the world!

Catherine Tate, Comedy Actress: fettucini, Because when I say it, it sounds like I can speak Italian

Dr Tanya Byron, Greater London: mummy, It was one of the first words spoken to me by the two people I love most in the world.

Steve, CEO, Openreach: optimism, It’s a powerful word that shapes the way we approach life and makes us see challenges as opportunities.

Lucy Pargeter , Greater London: orange, I like the way your mouth has to move and go around when you say it. That and nothing rhymes with it!

Eugene Sully, Big Brother Runner-up: synergy,

Shobna Gulati , Greater London: wonderful, Because it’s a wonderful word.

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