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okay

Pronunciation: [oʊˈkeɪ]

Word

Context: "agreement"

(adjective) used to show that something is acceptable or satisfactory. If someone agrees with a suggestion or thinks something is fine, they might say it is okay.

Example

It's okay to play outside after school as long as you're back by dinner.

Example

It's not okay to be rude to others; we should always be kind.

Example

Is it okay if I borrow your book for a week?

Context: "agreement"

(adverb) used to indicate that something is done in an acceptable way. It shows that something happens correctly or as expected.

Example

She did okay on the test, just enough to pass.

Example

He didn't do okay with his presentation; he forgot many important points.

Example

Did you do okay during the exam?

Context: "agreement"

(noun) an expression of agreement or acceptance. When you say 'okay,' it often means you are agreeing or giving permission.

Example

She gave her okay for the plan to go ahead.

Example

His silence was not an okay; it showed he disagreed.

Example

Did you get her okay to start the project?

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