sentence
Pronunciación: [ˈsɛntəns]
Palabra
Contexto: «language»
(noun) a group of words that expresses a complete thought or idea. A sentence usually has a subject and a verb, and it can stand alone to make sense.
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The cat sat on the mat.
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The words on the page are not a complete sentence.
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Can you make a sentence about your favorite animal?
Contexto: «law»
(noun) the punishment given to a person who has been found guilty of a crime. It often tells how long they will be in prison or what other penalties they will face.
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The judge gave him a ten-year sentence for the crime.
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She did not receive a harsh sentence for her actions.
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What was the sentence handed down in that case?
Contexto: «language»
(verb) to give a sentence to someone who has been found guilty of a crime. It means to officially announce what their punishment will be.
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The judge will sentence the criminal next week.
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They did not sentence him to a longer term.
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When will they sentence the defendant?
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