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This tag is for questions which a dictionary cannot answer about the meaning or correctness of a word in a sentence. Give as much context as possible.
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What do you call "voice-overs" that represent what the character in the ad thinks?
It's still a voice-over.
A voice-over doesn't imply anything about the content of the speech, merely that it's just not being said by someone on-screen. Someone "thinking" someone on screen still does …
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Can we say "swimsuit" for any kind of swimwear (either gender)?
To give a UK perspective:
Calling trunks a "swimsuit" would be weird, although not strictly incorrect.
A "swimsuit" is typically a onepiece that covers the genitals and chest (at a minimum). I think t …
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