The meanings of words can change over time. For example, in the 14th century, girl meant a female or male child. Later there was a _______ in meaning, and girl now only refers to females.
We shouldn't _______ children from using language in creative ways. We should support their creativity
Television ______ help companies sell products. The best ones use words and pictures in unsual ways. This helps people remember the product.
Word ______ changes over time. For example, before Facebook existed, friend was only used as anoun. However, it is now used as a verb
Our use of native language is _______. We are not aware of the grammar rules, but we can still speak correctly.
Don't ______ all of your words on the same line! It makes your writing very difficult to read.
People woho write dictionaries are usually ______. When they are at university, they study how languages work
Unusual words ______ people's _______. When you use them, people become interested and listen carefully.
The word camcorder is a _____ word. It combines two words - camera and recorder - to form a new word, with its own definition: a camera that can record videos
People with good ______ use poliete language. They do not use rude or abusive terms.
blend
discourage
usage
unconscious
shift
squish
commercials
grab / attention
linguists
manners