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“Side” or “Sighed”

Overview

side / sighed are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

side: (noun) a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location. (noun) one of two or more contesting groups. (noun) either the left or right half of a body. (noun) a surface forming part of the outside of an object. (noun) an extended outer surface of an object. (noun) an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect). (noun) a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure. (noun) a family line of descent. (noun) a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food. (noun) an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute. (verb) take sides for or against; ; m siding against the current candidate". (adjective) located on a side.

sighed: (verb) heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily. (verb) utter with a sigh.

Pronunciation

side: s·AY·d

sighed: s·AY·d

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Examples in Context

Examples of “side”

  • On the north side of the chancel is a
  • he signed for Conference South side Maidenhead United.
  • loaned to Segunda División B side CD El Ejido, for one
  • two years earlier by a "dissident" of PCI, Parodi is committed
  • soldier who fought on the side of the Seven Against Thebes.
  • a bypass around the eastern side of the city of Louisville.
  • started well for the English side, opening a 7–0 lead in
  • a canopy on the northern side of the single line.
  • Side A: "Stuck With You"
  • played a friendly against English side Everton and thanked them on

Examples of “sighed”



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