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You're listening to Joanna
She has an American accent.
NGSL Rank: 86
thing
θɪŋ ![Listen](https://i0.wp.com/ringolingo.com/wp-content/plugins/ringo-lingo/public/images/listen-icon-blue.png?w=1100&ssl=1)
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Meanings
noun
- an object that one need not, cannot, or does not wish to give a specific name to.E.g. look at that metal rail thing over there
- an inanimate material object as distinct from a living sentient being.E.g. I'm not a thing, not a work of art to be cherished
- an action, event, thought, or utterance.E.g. she said the first thing that came into her head
- what is needed or required.E.g. you need a tonic—and here's just the thing
- one's special interest or inclination.E.g. reading isn't my thing
- used to introduce or emphasize an important point.E.g. the thing is, I am going to sell this house
Practise saying this word
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