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Ambiguity and polysemy

Remember: Polysemy is the capacity for a word to have multiple meanings.

1 - Say what the meaning of the highlighted word in each phrase.

a) My mother finally bought me a new case.

I wouldnt know what to do in this case.

b) She said that she wont have time to visit the fair.

Its not fair whats happening here.

c) You are sleeping just like a bat.

The thief hit her with a bat.

d) My brother cant go out, he has a cold.

Where is my new jacket? Its cold outside.

2 - Write logic phrases using the highlighted word, with another meaning.
a) Listen to the wave, it always calms me.
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b) Are you watching the show live?


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c) My favorite season is the Fall, its not so hot


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d) My boyfriend gave me a new present, look at this ring. Its amazing!!


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e) Mom, can you take me to the park?


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