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contexte

context

noun kohn-TEKST Rare

Origin: From Latin 'contextus' (connection).

Usage Note

Contexte is used broadly for the surrounding circumstances that give meaning to an event, statement, or text — dans ce contexte means 'in this context'. The phrase hors contexte (out of context) is widely used, especially in media criticism. The adjective contextuel means 'contextual'.

Examples

"Il faut replacer cette phrase dans son contexte."

Natural Translation

You need to put this sentence back in its context.

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