Phrase guide
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Sound
Each Play button uses your device's default local English voice, or a natural local fallback. The selected voice name appears after playback. This is synthesized speech, not a source recording.
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noun
A change made to a complex system with immediate effect, one made without a phase-in period.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: communications, electrical-engineering, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, telecommunications
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noun
A quick move from the weak side toward the ball.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: ball-games, basketball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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noun
An fast cut, often as short as one frame, used to create a subliminal effect on the viewer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: broadcasting, cinematography, film, media, television
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History
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