‘Delete’ to ‘Ouch’: Tweets describe 2020 in one word. They’re relatable
Twitter took to their own platform to ask people to come up with one word that captures 2020.
With the year 2020 entering its last month, social media is flooded with all sorts of posts. While some people are eager to welcome 2021, others are busy recalling how this year has been. A post by tech giant Twitter has now made an entry to that list and prompted people to share all sorts of comments, including brands like YouTube, Windows, and Netflix.

On their own platform, Twitter asked people to come up with a word that captures the essence of 2020. Here’s what they posted:
Since being shared a day ago, the post already gathered more than 2.3 lakh likes along with all sorts of comments. The replies are such that you may end up relating with some or all of them.
As for YouTube, they named a feature from their platform:
Netflix, in a dramatic post, asked a one-word question which may have been lingering in people’s mind for quite some time now:
As for Zoom, this is what they came up with and we can’t say we don’t agree with their tweet:
Lego shared a word which is often associated with the bricks of the game:
Take a look at what other brands shared, including McDonald’s, Windows, and more:
How would you describe 2020 in one word?
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ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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