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Cookies- comes from the dutch 'koekjes' meaning small biscuits

Dollar - comes from the dutch 'daalder' which was the money used before the euro

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Some words in English that come from Dutch include yacht, cookie, boss, and waffle. Dutch influence on the English language can be seen in various industries, such as sailing, food, and business.

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