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endeixis in a sentence

n.

Definition

Endeixis refers to the linguistic phenomenon where the meaning of words or phrases is dependent on the context of the speaker and listener, influencing interpretation in communication.

Sample Sentences

  1. Endeixis is crucial for understanding context in linguistic communication.
  2. The theory of endeixis helps clarify how meanings shift based on speaker and listener positions.
  3. In his lecture, he emphasized the role of endeixis in the interpretation of spoken language.
  4. The use of pronouns is a common example of endeixis in everyday conversation.
  5. Understanding endeixis can enhance one's grasp of pragmatic aspects of language use.

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