English

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ðæt, ˈd̪æt, ˈd̪æʈ, ˈd̪ɛt, ˈd̪ʱæʈ, ˈðæt, ˈðət, ˈðɛt
Meaning: introducing a subordinate clause
Part of Speech: Conjunction Alternative Readings: ˈd̪æt, ˈd̪æʈ, ˈd̪ɛt, ˈd̪ʱæʈ, ˈðæt, ˈðət, ˈðɛt

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Example sentences

I think that it will rain.
I think that it will rain.
He stated that the project would be finished by April.
He stated that the project would be finished by April.
Many people believe that exercise is essential for a healthy life.
Many people believe that exercise is essential for a healthy life.
Are you sure that you want to go?
Are you sure that you want to go?
The general feeling was that the plan would succeed.
The general feeling was that the plan would succeed.

Usage Notes

Used to connect a main clause with a subordinate clause, often after verbs of thinking, saying, or knowing.

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