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signifying

/ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪɪŋ/

Meanings
verb
To create a sign out of something.

Examples :

"She was signifying her agreement by nodding her head. "
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signification noun

/ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

The act of signifying, or something that is signified; significance.

"The politician's speech was carefully analyzed for its signification regarding the new economic policy. "

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something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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representing verb

/ɹɛpɹɪˈzɛntɪŋ/

To present again or anew; to present by means of something standing in the place of; to exhibit the counterpart or image of; to typify.

"The student is representing the country of France in the class presentation. "

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completion noun

/kəmˈpliːʃən/

The act or state of being or making something complete; conclusion, accomplishment.

"The completion of the project meant we could finally take a break. "

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intentions noun

/ɪnˈtɛnʃənz/

The goal or purpose behind a specific action or set of actions.

"It’s easy to promise anything when you have no intention of fulfilling any of it."

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expressions noun

/ɪkˈspɹɛʃ.ənz/

The action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

"Her expressions of gratitude after receiving the gift made everyone feel happy. "

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offending verb

/əˈfɛndɪŋ/

To hurt the feelings of; to displease; to make angry; to insult.

"Your accusations offend me deeply."

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importance noun

/ɪmˈpɔːtəns/ /ɪmˈpɔɹtəns/

The quality or condition of being important or worthy of note.

"Attending all your classes is of great importance to your success in school. "

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difference noun

/ˈdɪfəɹən(t)s/

The quality of being different.

"You need to learn to be more tolerant of difference."

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interrogative noun

/ˌɪn.təˈɹɒ.ɡə.tɪv/

(grammar) A word (pronoun, pronominal adjective, or adverb) implying interrogation, or used for asking a question: why, who, when, etc.

"The interrogative "who" is often used in classroom discussions to encourage student participation. "

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graduation noun

/ˌɡɹædʒuˈeɪʃən/

The action or process of graduating and receiving a diploma for completing a course of study (such as from an educational institution).

"After years of hard work, Maria's graduation from university was a joyful celebration. "

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agreement noun

/əˈɡɹiːmənt/

An understanding between entities to follow a specific course of conduct.

"to enter an agreement;  the UK and US negotiators nearing agreement;  he nodded his agreement."