Tag: Language
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When AI Speaks: AI Analyzes Language as Well as a Human Expert
Overview: A Breakthrough in Language Analysis For decades, researchers have pursued machines that can understand language with the same subtlety and depth as humans. A recent wave of work in artificial intelligence suggests we are closer than ever to AI systems that analyze language with a sophistication that rivals seasoned linguistic experts. The development echoes…
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6-7: Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year Explained
What is 6-7 and why is it this year’s word of the year? Dictionary.com startled many readers by naming 6-7 as its Word of the Year. Yes, you read that right: a number–symbol combo that has become a viral catchphrase among teens. It isn’t a traditional dictionary entry with a defined pronunciation and clear etymology.…