Word Root TACT TAG TANG TIG TING

The word root TACT TAG TANG TIG TING are found in many English words. This video provides 5 illustrated sentence examples of words that contain the roots TACT TAG TANG TIG TING.

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The word roots TACT TAG TANG TIG TING all mean one thing: TOUCH

TACTILE
CONTAGIOUS
TANGIBLE
CONTIGUOUS
CONTINGENT

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TACTILE

Definition: relating to or involving the sense of touch

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Sentence example: Tactile paving is a system of textured surface indicators used in many public areas to help people who are visually impaired.

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CONTAGIOUS

Definition: spread from one person or organism to another through direct contact

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Sentence example: Laughter is contagious!

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TANGIBLE

Definition: something possible to touch, something real, solid, concrete

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Sentence example: There was tangible evidence on her face that she was the one who ate the last piece of chocolate cake!

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CONTIGUOUS

Definition: something touching, sharing the same border or edge

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Sentence example: This map of the United States shows the 48 contiguous states, and the two non-contiguous states, Hawaii and Alaska.

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CONTINGENT (n.)

Definition: a group assigned to help a larger force

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Sentence example: These female combatants are part of the South African Contingent of a United Nations force for the protection of civilians.

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So when you see words with the root TACT TAG TANG TIG TING

look for a connection: TOUCH

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Slide 8 – chocolate
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Slides 1, 12 – female combatants
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