meaning of the word "exact"
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meaning of the word "exact"
Hello,
What is the meaning of the words "exact" and "exactly" in the following sentences?
1. You are doing the exact wrong thing.
2. The definition of the phrase "clear goal" is the following: a specific goal, you know exactly what you want, there is no confusion about your goals.
3. Take a look at what you want to achieve and determine what your exact goals are before considering the different types of advertising methods and which one is best for you.
What is the meaning of the words "exact" and "exactly" in the following sentences?
1. You are doing the exact wrong thing.
2. The definition of the phrase "clear goal" is the following: a specific goal, you know exactly what you want, there is no confusion about your goals.
3. Take a look at what you want to achieve and determine what your exact goals are before considering the different types of advertising methods and which one is best for you.
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There comes a point when verbal definition fails (e.g. when you ask "What is the meaning of 'meaning'?" LOL) and other means may be necessary and indeed possibly even better. Personally I'd be tempted to demonstate this particular meaning by making a large pointed dart or pin-like tool and miming the action of "pinpointing" something, pinning it down exactly. Then there is the verbal reponse 'Exactly!', perhaps accompanied by a similar though slighter dart-wielding/throwing action to emphasise the point being made/agreed upon.
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thanks
Hello,
Thanks for taking the time to answer my question.
Thanks for taking the time to answer my question.