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remarks

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ɹiˈmɑɹks// re·marks

n. something that you say or write, often to give an opinion or share a thought about a situation. These are usually short and not part of a long, formal speech.

n. spoken or written comments expressing an opinion or observation. Often used in the plural to refer to a brief set of informal or semi-formal statements.


SIMPLE

The teacher made some helpful remarks on my essay.

CONTEXTUAL

After the main presentation, the director offered a few closing remarks to thank the staff for their hard work.

COMPLEX

While the official report was strictly factual, the chairperson's opening remarks hinted at a significant shift in the company's long-term environmental strategy.

Synonyms
Usage

Frequently used with the verbs 'make' or 'pass' and often followed by the preposition 'on' or 'about'.

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