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exact

Pronunciation: [/ɪɡˈzækt/]

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exact: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use exact in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “accuracy”

(adjective) when something is completely correct or precise, with no mistakes or errors. It means getting all the details exactly right.

Example

The student gave the exact answer to the math problem.

Example

His estimate was not exact; he was off by a few dollars.

Example

Can you give me the exact time the movie starts?

Context: “demanding something”

(verb) to demand or require something from someone. It means to insist on getting exactly what you want.

Example

She exacted revenge on those who had wronged her.

Example

He refused to exact payment for the favor he did.

Example

Why did she decide to exact punishment instead of forgiving?

How to pronounce exact

Pronunciation: [/ɪɡˈzækt/]

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