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Migratory Sentences

Definition:

Migratory sentences refer to sentences that are used frequently and can be found across different languages, cultures, or regions, often adapting to local usage and grammar.

Examples:

1. Noun - Popular:

In popular usage, migratory sentences are widely recognized phrases or quotes that are frequently reiterated in various literary works. For example:

• "To be or not to be, that is the question" - Shakespeare
• "I have a dream" - Martin Luther King Jr.
• "All you need is love" - The Beatles

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2. Noun - Local:

In local contexts, migratory sentences can also refer to widely known sentences that are specific to a particular region or community. For example:

• "Howdy, y'all!" - Commonly used greeting in Southern United States
• "No worries, mate!" - Frequently heard phrase in Australian English
• "Mabuhay!" - A traditional Filipino greeting

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3. Adjective - Popular:

When used as an adjective, migratory sentences describe well-known sentences that have been adopted into different languages or cultures. For example:

• "Carpe diem" - Frequently used Latin phrase meaning "seize the day"
• "C'est la vie" - French expression meaning "that's life"
• "Hakuna matata" - Swahili phrase popularized by the movie "The Lion King" meaning "no worries"

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4. Adjective - Local:

As an adjective, migratory sentences also depict sentences that are commonly used within a specific locality or community. For example:

• "Aloha" - A Hawaiian greeting
• "Xièxiè" - Mandarin Chinese expression for "thank you"
• "Ki o tsukete" - Japanese phrase meaning "take care"

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