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| 1-3 of 3Colloquial expressions flashcard sets | |||
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| # | Title | Terms | Date |
| 1 | Colloquial expressionsby emilily689 | 9 terms | November 6, 2008 |
| 2 | Colloquial Expressionsby echo_zkl | 28 terms | May 16, 2009 |
| 3 | Spanish_Colloquial Expressionsby allineedisl0ve | 22 terms | September 8, 2007 |
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| colloquial expressions definitions | |||
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| # | Definition | Sets | |
| 1 | the use of slang in writing, often to create local color and to provide an informal tone | 2 sets | |
| 2 | non-standard, often regional, ways of using language appropriately in informal conversational speech and writing. not generally accepted for formal. ex. sub- ny hoagie- philly po'boy- new orleans | 1 set | |
| 3 | sayings specific to a certain region of group of people that may confuse listeners | 1 set | |
| 4 | a __________________________ is characteristic of or appropriate to spoken language or to writing that seeks its effect. _________________ are informal, as chem., gym, come up with, be at loose ends, won't, and photo illustrate. thus, ___________________________ are acceptable informal writing only if they are used purposefully. | 1 set | |
| 5 | "they have must have been going some" | 1 set | |
| 6 | words or phrases characteristic or appropriate ot ordinary or familiar conversation rather than formal speech or writing | 1 set | |
| 7 | informal, not always grammaticaly correct expressions | 1 set | |
| 8 | regional words or sayings; tells "where" | 1 set | |