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Term: whether

Part of Speech: conjunction, noun

Conjunction:

Sense 1: used to introduce a choice between alternatives

Sample Sentence: I don't know whether to go to the party or stay home.

Sense 2: expressing doubt or uncertainty

Sample Sentence: She wasn't sure whether he would agree to the proposal.

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Noun:

Sense 1: expressing doubt or choice between alternatives

Sample Sentence: The weather conditions will determine whether we can have a picnic.

Sense 2: climatic conditions at a particular place and time

Sample Sentence: The forecast predicts uncertain weather for the weekend.

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