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To signal a direct citation or repetition of someone else’s words.
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To indicate sarcasm or irony.
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To express skepticism or doubt about the accuracy or appropriateness of a specific word or phrase.
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To highlight a specific term or phrase that holds special significance in the context.
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To indicate that the following words are a reference to a well-known phrase or expression.
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To emphasize a particular word or phrase for impact or clarity.
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To identify a specific term or phrase that may not be universally understood or recognized.
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To establish a distinction between one’s own words and those of others.
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To clarify that the following words are being quoted from a different source.
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To indicate that the following words are not one’s own original thought or wording.
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To denote the use of someone else’s words as a direct reference or evidence.
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To highlight a specific word or phrase that encapsulates a broader concept or idea.
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To signal that the following words are part of a larger conversation or dialogue. BEST AVA GARDNER QUOTE ABOUT FRANK SINATRA
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To acknowledge that the following words may not accurately represent one’s own views or beliefs.
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To express a level of detachment or skepticism towards the specific words being mentioned.
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To differentiate between one’s personal interpretation or understanding and an established viewpoint.
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To indicate that the following words are part of a quotation from a famous person or literary work.
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To qualify or question the appropriateness or accuracy of a specific term or phrase.
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To emphasize the exact wording or phrasing of a specific text or conversation.
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To clarify that the following words are meant verbatim, without any alteration or paraphrasing.
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To identify that the following words come from a different source or authority.
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To highlight a specific phrase or expression that encapsulates a prevailing sentiment.
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To distinguish between one’s own summary or paraphrase and an exact quotation.
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To indicate that the following words are being used ironically or sarcastically.