Era

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Cultural SignificancePlay
Understand that 'era' often refers to times with strong cultural, artistic, or societal qualities. SlideThe 1960s was an era defined by peace protests and rock music.
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Time FlexibilityPlay
'Era' can be used for time periods of varying lengths, not strictly long or short spans. SlideSmartphones ushered in an era of instant communication.
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Event-BasedPlay
An 'era' often begins or ends with a notable event or series of events. SlideThe fall of the Berlin Wall marked the end of an era.