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context

noun
/ˈkɒntɛkst/

Meaning

the circumstances or background relevant to an event, statement, or idea

Example Sentences

To understand the quote, you need to know the context in which it was said.

Synonyms

background, circumstances, setting, situation

Antonyms

isolation, disconnection

Collocations

historical context, in context, social context, provide context

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