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Meanings
- that is (to say), namely, i.e.
- precisely, exactly, just, nothing but, neither more nor less
- (and) then
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She is my older sister, namely Tanaka Hanako.
The key to success, that is to say, effort and patience, is necessary.
The answer to this question, namely the correct answer, is number three.
Please cherish the most important thing in life, that is, your family.
The new rules will be applied from the day this contract ends, namely the first of next month.
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