indirect quotation
"Indirect quotation" involves conveying someone else's words without using their exact phrasing, often found in both spoken and written communication.
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Definition
C1Linguistics
(academic)A paraphrased version of someone's words, maintaining the original meaning but using different language.
Example
- She mentioned that she would arrive late.
- He said he was feeling better.
C2Business
(technical)A rate expressed in terms of foreign currency.
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