Glossary:Paraphrase
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Paraphrase
Definition
Two or more sentences are called a paraphrase (/ˈpærəfreɪz/) to each other when they have the same basic meaning.
Examples
Paraphrase via passive voice:
Mr. March bought the house. The house was bought by Mr. March.
Paraphrase via substitution of synonyms:
She takes the elevator to get to her apartment. She takes the lift to get to her flat.