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object
/ˈɒb.d͡ʒɛkt/
The pronunciation of "object" changes depending on how it is used. When it is a noun (a thing or a goal), the stress is on the first syllable: OB-ject. When it is a verb (to disagree), the stress moves to the second syllable: ob-JECT. When using the verb "object," it is almost always followed by the word "to" when mentioning the thing you dislike (e.g., "I object to the noise").
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Karen is at home while David is still at the office.
Karen Smith
What's this weird metallic object on the kitchen counter? Get rid of it.
David Smith
Chill, it is a prototype. Don't touch it or you'll mess up the flow.
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Karen uses 'object' to describe an unfamiliar physical item (noun), reflecting her desire for a tidy home. David responds with 'chill' (slang) and 'mess up the flow' (corporate-speak used in a domestic setting), highlighting his persona as a self-proclaimed tech visionary.