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Term: Excerpts

Definition:

An excerpt refers to a short passage or selected portion taken from a larger work, such as a book, article, or speech. It highlights the most important or relevant parts of the original piece.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A short extract or quotation from a text.

Example Sentence:

"The professor provided exciting excerpts from famous novels during the lecture."

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To select and take a short passage or quotation from a text.

Example Sentence:

"The writer exerpted some insightful quotes from the interviewee's responses."

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A short performance or part of a longer performance, especially in music or theater.

Example Sentence:

"The band performed impressive excerpts from their latest album at the concert."

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Sense 4:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: An extract or passage from a legal document, such as a contract or will.

Example Sentence:

"The lawyer provided the client with relevant excerpts from the contract to review."

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