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Generally, a word derives its meaning only when it is used in:

Aisolated situations

Bmeaningful situations

Cword groups

Dthematic vocabulary

Answer:

B. meaningful situations

Read Explanation:

The correct sentence is:

"Generally, a word derives its meaning only when it is used in meaningful situations."

This sentence is grammatically correct and conveys that the meaning of a word is often understood based on the context or situations in which it is used.


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