pirates
Pronunciation: [ˈpaɪrɪts]
Context: "history"
(noun) people who steal ships and take things from them on the sea. Pirates are often seen as adventurous robbers who attack other ships to get treasure.
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The movie was exciting and featured brave pirates searching for gold.
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Not every crew member turned out to be pirates; some were just sailors doing their jobs.
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What do you think pirates did during the Golden Age of Piracy?
Context: "fiction"
(noun) characters in stories or movies who are adventurous and often look for treasure. These pirates might have funny names and wear eye patches.
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In the story, the pirates sailed the ocean in a big ship full of treasure.
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The book didn't have any pirates; it was all about land adventures without sea journeys.
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What do you imagine when you think of pirates in stories?
Context: "media"
(verb) to illegally copy or share something, like movies or music. It’s like taking something that isn't yours without permission.
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Some people choose to pirate movies instead of paying for them.
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He didn’t pirate any games because he believes in supporting the creators.
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Do you know why some people pirate songs online?