General Service List
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A foundational vocabulary list used for teaching common English words to language learners.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 2 article(s) of evidence from 2 source(s), led by research-stage coverage, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 41%.
Evidence (2)
- 6OpenAI Blog·9/10/2026securityOpenAI expands AI access and cyber defense for governments
OpenAI and the GSA will provide eligible federal, state, local, and tribal governments with $0 license fees and 50% off usage. The program also expands cyber defense support for participating agencies.
- 3Hacker News·8/2/2026researchHow English Teaching Word Lists Changed Over 70 Years
The article compares the 1953 General Service List with the 2023 New General Service List, showing how the core vocabulary taught to English learners has shifted over time. The newer list includes more modern and abstract terms like computer and website, while some concrete everyday words from the older list, such as fork and soap, dropped out.