Contractions are shortened forms of words created by combining two words and replacing one or more letters with an apostrophe. For example, "do not" becomes "don't" and "cannot" becomes "can't." They are used to make spoken and written English more informal and conversational. It's important to use contractions appropriately in casual conversation, informal writing, and when trying to convey a relaxed tone.
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