that
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used to identify a specific person or thing observed or pointed out by the speaker
- That is my brother standing by the car.
- That looks delicious, what is it?
- Look at that, it's beautiful!
- That must be the package I ordered.
- Is that your phone ringing?
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used to refer to a statement, idea, or event already introduced
- She said she got the job, that made my day.
- I forgot my umbrella.That was careless of me.
- He lost the election, and that surprised everyone.
- They canceled the event.That was unexpected.
- I didn't sleep well, and that affected my mood.
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used to introduce or refer to something having a particular feature or characteristic
- People are drawn to that which they find familiar.
- He spoke of that which cannot be spoken.
- We fear that which we do not understand.
- She gave all to that which she loved.
- I admire that which is done with passion.
4
used to introduce relative clauses that refer to people, animals, or things
- The book that I borrowed is amazing.
- The woman that called earlier left a message.
- The song that played was our favorite.
- The dog that barked all night kept me awake.
- He's the teacher that helped me the most.
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used after "and" for emphatic repetition or clarification
- She was generous, and that to a fault.
- He helped me, and that without being asked.
- The meal was excellent, and that unexpectedly.
- She succeeded, and that against all odds.
- He was polite, and that every time we met.
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used after a negative to express extent or awareness
- He hasn't done anything that I've seen.
- She hasn't mentioned it that I know of.
- There's no reason to worry that I'm aware of.
- He's not involved that I can tell.
- Nothing has changed that I can see.