hastings
Pronunciation: [ˈheɪstɪŋz]
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Context: “place name”
(noun) Hastings is a coastal town in England. It’s famous for its history and beautiful seaside. People often visit to enjoy the beach and learn about what happened there long ago.
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Last summer, we went to Hastings and had a great time at the beach.
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We didn’t go to Hastings this year because we chose a different place for our vacation.
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Have you ever been to Hastings for a holiday?
Context: “historical event”
(noun) The Battle of Hastings was a famous fight in 1066 between the Normans and the English. It changed the history of England. People study it to understand how it affected the country.
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The Battle of Hastings played a big role in shaping modern England.
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Many people don’t realize that the Battle of Hastings was not an easy victory for the Normans.
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What do you know about the reasons for the Battle of Hastings?
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