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Parapraxis

Noun

Definition: A verbal or physical mistake that is believed to be unintentional but actually reveals a subconscious thought or motive.

Example Sentences:

1. During his speech, the politician made a parapraxis when he accidentally referred to his opponent as a "true visionary" instead of a "troublemaker".
2. Her parapraxis of leaving her phone behind revealed her fear of missing out on important messages.

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Adjective

Definition: Describing something that is connected to parapraxis; characterized by unconscious errors or slip-ups.

Example Sentences:

1. Her parapraxis behavior made it evident that she was hiding something.
2. The parapraxis tendencies of his writing revealed a deeper meaning behind his seemingly innocent words.

Verb

Definition: To make a parapraxis; to unintentionally reveal something through a verbal or physical mistake.

Example Sentences:

1. He parapraxised during the presentation by accidentally blurting out confidential information.
2. She parapraxised when she mistakenly sent an email meant for her friend to her boss.

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