Use the paragraph to answer the question.
The use of new words is an aspect of our social language that is always changing. Sometimes new words are used so often in communication that they become part of our everyday language. The frequency and use of these new words are noted by those who work to update the annual edition of the dictionary. In December, the word with the most significant usage is chosen as the word of the year and then added to the dictionary.
Which statement describes a central idea of this paragraph?
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Dictionaries are rarely used in classrooms today compared to their usage one decade ago.
Dictionaries are rarely used in classrooms today compared to their usage one decade ago.
Social media has contributed several words and phrases to the dictionary.
Social media has contributed several words and phrases to the dictionary.
The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.
The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.
Editors choose the word of the year every December.
Hi! I hope this matches, but the answers for my practice was:
1. The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.
2. Potential energy turns to kinetic energy as gravity pulls the coaster along the track.
3. Practicing every day is important when first learning to play an instrument.
4. Cause and effect
5. A great number
6. A lack of something
7. Good editing can reduce errors and improve communication.
8. News organizations try to avoid bias as much as they can.
9. Homelessness can be an obstacle to success.
10. Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.
Hope this helped! :3
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