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This

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Physical Proximity

Use 'this' for things you can typically reach out and touch.

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Could you pass me this pen?
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Emotional Closeness

'This' can show something is special to you, emotionally near.

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This necklace, my grandmother's, is precious.
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Speaker's Perspective

Use 'this' to introduce your perspective or argument.

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This is what I think about the new policy.
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