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this (ALREADY MENTIONED)
A1 used to refer to something that you have already talked about
Dictionary examples:
I took this class. My brain hurts! (0.0)
I read this book. Now I'm sleepy! (0.0)
I used this phone. Now it's broken! (0.0)
How did you hear about this course? (7.8)
Most people don't agree with this decision. (27.8)
this (TIME)
A1 used to refer to the present week, month, year, etc. or the one that comes next
Dictionary examples:
This week, my cat learns piano. (0.0)
This month, I eat only ice cream. (0.0)
This year, my dog becomes president. (0.0)
I'll see you this evening. (6.0)
Kate and Nigel are getting married this June. (14.1)
We're going to Canada later this year. (19.2)
this (CAN BE SEEN)
A1 used to refer to something or someone that can be seen or pointed to
Dictionary examples:
Is this banana smiling at me? (0.0)
This cat thinks it's a dog! (0.0)
Can this pen write by itself? (0.0)
David gave me these earrings for my birthday. (11.4)
How much is this sofa? (13.6)