Dictionary Entry
commentary
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Meaning
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A series of comments, explanations, or interpretations, often about an event, book, or film.
Example Sentence
The sports announcer provided live commentary during the football match, explaining the plays as they happened.
Usage Note
Used to describe spoken or written explanations, analyses, or opinions about an event, work of art, or topic, often adding context or interpretation for an audience.
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