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Parenthetical Word

A parenthetical word is a term or phrase used within a sentence, typically in parenthesis, to provide additional information or to clarify the meaning of the main text.

Senses and Usages:

1. Part of Speech: Noun
2. Sense 1: A word or phrase used as an aside to explain, comment, or add information within a sentence.
3. Usage: Parenthetical words are often set off by commas, dashes, or parentheses.

Sample Sentences:

• I ran into John, my old friend (from college), at the grocery store yesterday.
• The weather forecast, provided by the meteorologist, predicted rain for the weekend.
• I love hiking in the mountains - the scenery is breathtaking.

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