It Takes Two

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What is a duplex?

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A duplex is a type of housing that consists of two separate living units, typically sharing a common wall.

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Define dual careers.

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Dual careers refer to individuals who pursue two professional paths simultaneously, such as writing and teaching.

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What does it mean if a word is ambiguous?

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If a word is ambiguous, it has multiple meanings or interpretations, making it unclear.

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What is the relationship between 'biannual' and 'yearly'?

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'Biannual' means occurring twice a year, while 'yearly' means occurring once a year.

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Is the statement 'Something that is ambiguous has one very clear meaning' true or false?

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False. Ambiguous means having multiple meanings, not one clear meaning.

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What is the meaning of the term 'ambiguous' in linguistics?

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In linguistics, 'ambiguous' refers to a word or phrase that can be understood in more than one way.

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Provide an example of a word that is often considered ambiguous.

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The word 'bank' can refer to a financial institution or the side of a river.

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What is the difference between 'dual' and 'multiple'?

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'Dual' refers specifically to two, while 'multiple' refers to more than two.

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How can context help in understanding ambiguous words?

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Context provides clues that can help determine which meaning of an ambiguous word is intended.

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What is a common misconception about the word 'biannual'?

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A common misconception is that 'biannual' means once a year, when it actually means twice a year.