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What is a contraction?

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A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and sounds. For example, 'can't' is a contraction of 'cannot.'

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What does 'should've' stand for?

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'Should've' is a contraction for 'should have.' It is used to indicate a missed obligation or opportunity.

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What does 'must've' mean?

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'Must've' is a contraction for 'must have.' It is used to express a strong assumption or deduction about something.

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What is the contraction for 'you are'?

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'You're' is the contraction for 'you are.' It is used to describe someone or something.

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What does 'won't' stand for?

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'Won't' is a contraction for 'will not.' It is used to express refusal or denial.

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What does 'can't' mean?

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'Can't' is a contraction for 'cannot.' It indicates an inability to do something.

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What is the contraction for 'would not'?

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'Wouldn't' is the contraction for 'would not.' It is used to express a negative form of 'would.'

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What does 'how'd' stand for?

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'How'd' is a contraction for 'how did.' It is used to ask about the manner in which something happened.

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What is the contraction for 'they are'?

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'They're' is the contraction for 'they are.' It is used to describe a group of people or things.

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What does 'when'd' mean?

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'When'd' is a contraction for 'when did.' It is used to ask about the time something occurred.