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Jussive

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense:

1. (Linguistics) Expressing a command, request, or exhortation.

Usage:

- In Arabic grammar, the jussive mood is used to express a command or prohibition.

- The jussive form is also found in other languages, such as Hebrew and Aramaic.

Sample sentences:

1. In Arabic, the jussive form of the verb "to eat" is used to command someone to eat their dinner.

2. The teacher used the jussive mood to instruct the students to be quiet.

3. In Hebrew, the jussive form is often used in prayers and religious texts to express a request or plea.

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