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passages

Pronunciation: [ˈpæsɪdʒɪz]

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Learn how to use passages in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “literature”

(noun) a section of text in a book, article, or poem. It can be a few sentences or a whole paragraph that we read to learn or understand more about a topic.

Example

The teacher asked us to read two passages from the story for homework.

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I didn't understand the difficult passages of the book; they were too complex for me.

Example

Can you find any interesting passages in your favorite book?

Context: “movement”

(noun) a way to enter or go through a place, like a hallway or a doorway. It helps people or things get from one area to another.

Example

The passages between the rooms made the house feel very connected.

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The old building had narrow passages, which were hard to navigate.

Example

Are there any hidden passages in this museum?

Context: “experience”

(noun) a journey or a significant change that someone goes through, such as growing up or facing challenges in life.

Example

Her life passages taught her valuable lessons about friendship and kindness.

Example

He didn't want to talk about the difficult passages in his life; they still made him sad.

Example

What important passages have shaped who you are today?

How to pronounce passages

Pronunciation: [ˈpæsɪdʒɪz]

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