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Parenthesis

/pəˈrɛnθəsɪs/noun / verb
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A parenthesis is a pair of curved punctuation marks ( ) used to enclose additional or explanatory information within a sentence, often providing context without altering the main idea. In a broader sense, it can refer to any digressive remark or insertion in speech or writing, which has become increasingly common in digital communication for adding asides or clarifications with a casual flair.

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