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string (noun)

A thin cord made from twisted threads, used for tying, binding, or hanging things. It can also refer to a series or sequence of related items or events.

💬 Example

"Please tie the package with a piece of string."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'S-T-R-I-N-G' as 'Strong Threads Running In Neat Groups'.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'rope' for small packages. → Using 'string' for small packages.

Saying 'a strings of events'. → Saying 'a string of events'.

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