Shadowing Practice: TOEFL 2026 Email — Tips, Sample Answer and Templates - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Writing an email is one of the new tasks in the TOEFL 2026 format.
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It can be quite confusing, because there are so many different guidelines and templates online about how to write an email.
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If you have no idea how to approach this task, this video is for you.
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I'll explain exactly what to focus on, how to organize your answer, and I'll show you what a high-scoring email looks like.
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We'll also go over some templates and useful phrases for your email.
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You can download the PDF with all the materials for this video from the pinned comment below.
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In the write an email task, you'll be given a short scenario set in an academic or social situation.
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Your job is to write an email that achieves a specific goal.
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For example, making a request, asking for information, proposing a solution, etc. You'll have seven minutes to complete this task.
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Your email should clearly achieve its goal and include enough details.
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Be easy to understand and well organized.
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Use correct grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structures.
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And follow basic social rules, like using a greeting, a closing, and polite language.
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To get a high score, focus on five key things.
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Time management.
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You only have seven minutes, including time to read the task, so practice writing emails under time pressure.
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Clarity.
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Be direct and clear.
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Don't make your email more complicated than it needs to be.
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Task completion.
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Make sure you include all the points mentioned in the prompt.
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Conventions.
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Use the typical phrases people use when writing emails, such as an appropriate greeting, closing, and overall structure.
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Style.
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Be polite and professional.
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Not too casual, but not too formal either.
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Choose the style according to the task.
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For example, if you're writing to a friend, your email should be more informal.
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To structure your email, use the clear method.
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C. Clear purpose.
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Say why you're writing in the first line.
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L. Link to context.
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Give a short background or any information the reader needs to understand your message.
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E. Essential details.
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Include important facts, dates, names, or IDs.
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A. Action request.
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Ask for a specific result or next step.
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R. Respectful close.
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Thank the reader
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and include your signature let's look at a real example your
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professor has invited students to suggest topics for the final project write an email to your professor in your email
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and then you'll see that each task includes three points
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that you have to include in your answer here we have suggest a topic you're interested in, explain why you chose this topic, and ask if it would be acceptable.
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So, pay attention to this, guys.
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You need to include all these points in the email.
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It's very important.
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Here's a sample response that would get the highest score on the exam.
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Dear Professor Johnson, I'm writing to suggest a topic for my final project.
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This was the purpose of this email.
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In our recent classes, we discussed how technology influences learning behavior, which inspired me to explore this issue further.
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So, you can see how the author of the email provides some background here.
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Specifically, I would like to research the impact of social media on students' concentration.
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I chose this subject because I've noticed that many students, including myself, often struggle to stay focused due to constant online distractions.
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I believe researching this issue would be both relevant to our course on human behavior and personally meaningful.
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As you can see, the students suggested a topic and explained why they chose it, according to the task.
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Could you please let me know if this topic would be appropriate or would you prefer me to adjust the focus?
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Note that this is an indirect question, very polite.
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Could you please let me know?
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Here the writer included the last point from the prompt, which is ask if the topic would be acceptable.
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Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Best regards, Anna Smith.
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Why it's good?
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It includes all three points from the task.
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It's polite, clear and well organized.
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the vocabulary grammar and sentence structures sound natural the tone is respectful
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but not too formal now before we look at the templates i would like to remind you
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that templates are helpful because they give you a clear structure simple steps to follow
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and help you feel more confident on test day however remember
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that depending on the task
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or topic you might need to adjust them a little bit always check
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if the phrases sound natural for your situation or if you should change them a little bit to fit better.
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So use the templates mindfully.
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They are a great guide, but not a strict rule to follow.
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Here's the general structure for your email.
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Start with dear plus title or title plus name.
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Then, as we discussed, explain the purpose of your email.
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I'm writing to ask or apologize or let you know, depending on the topic.
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In the next paragraph, give short background or reason and provide the key details.
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Then make a specific request.
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Could you please, etc., etc., and then explain exactly what you need the person to do.
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Use a polite closing phrase.
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For example, thank you for your help or looking forward to your response.
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Finally, add best regards and your name.
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In most contexts, you will need to write your name and surname.
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Here are some quick templates for the most common types of emails you might get on test day.
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You can download them from the pinned comment below and in the pdf you'll find even more useful phrases.
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The first type of email is request or inquiry.
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To express purpose you can use I'm writing to ask about, I'd like to get more information regarding, or I'm contacting you to find out if,
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and then you obviously explain the purpose.
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To provide context or details I saw your announcement about.
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I heard from that.
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I wanted to check if there are any requirements for to express request you can use.
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Could you please tell me?
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Would it be possible to?
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Or I was wondering whether you could provide, etc. For complaint or problem emails.
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To express purpose you can use these phrases.
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I'm writing to let you know about a problem I've experienced with.
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I'd like to report an issue regarding I'm contacting you because I recently experienced for context and details.
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The issue occurred when I I noticed that unfortunately the product or service did not work as expected.
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Request could you please look into this issue?
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Could you please replace refund fix or clarify?
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I'd really appreciate your assistance.
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For apology emails you can use for purpose.
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I'm writing to apologize for.
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Please accept my apologies for.
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I'd like to say sorry for.
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For context and details you can use the delay was caused by.
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Unfortunately, I wasn't able to because.
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I truly regret any misunderstanding that occurred.
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For request or next step, you can use I'd be grateful if you could let me know how I can fix this.
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Or I'd like to.
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And then you offer a solution or a next step.
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Or thank you for your understanding and patience.
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For follow-up emails you can use for purpose.
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I'm following up on my previous message about.
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I just wanted to check whether you received my earlier email.
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I'm writing to follow up on my previous email about and then the topic.
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Context and details.
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I wanted to make sure everything is clear about.
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In my previous email I asked about topic and I just wanted to confirm if there are any updates.
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Or, I contacted you last week regarding the topic and I'm still very interested in your response.
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Request our next step.
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Please let me know if I need to take any further action.
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I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this matter.
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Or, I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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Let's also talk about timing.
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You only have seven minutes for the entire task, including the time to read the prompt.
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Here's a quick breakdown of how to use your time effectively.
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Minute 1.
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Read the task carefully.
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Look at the points you need to include in your email.
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Pay close attention.
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If you misunderstand or misread the prompt, it can seriously lower your score.
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Minutes 2 to 6.
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Write your email following the clear method.
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Write short paragraphs of 2 to 4 sentences each.
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Focus on completing the task and being clear, not on writing perfectly.
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I suggest you start writing right away without spending time on planning because the task is very short.
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Minute 7.
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Proofread your email.
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Check that it's clear, polite and accurate in grammar and vocabulary.
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That's it for today, guys.
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If you follow these suggestions and practice regularly, you'll be ready to write a confident, high-scoring email even within the tight time limits.
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I hope you found this helpful.
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Remember to download the PDF with the templates.
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Like the video if you liked it and subscribe for more tips to help you prepare effectively.
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I'll see you in the next one!
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze video bevat 147 zinnen en 1521 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 9:14. De spreker praat in een natuurlijk tempo van ongeveer 165 woorden per minuut, dicht bij een alledaags gesprek. 85% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 woorden uit de video die het leren waard zijn, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| topic zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | onderwerp, thema |
| template zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈtɛm.plɪt/ | sjabloon, malplaatje |
| phrase zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ | uitspraak |
| polite bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /pəˈlaɪt/ | beleefd |
| prompt werkwoord | /pɹɑmpt/ | aansporen, aanmoedigen |
| grammar zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɡɹæm.ə(ɹ)/ | spraakkunst, grammatica |
| organize werkwoord | /ˈɔɹɡənaɪz/ | organiseren |
| vocabulary zelfstandig naamwoord | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | woordenschat, vocabulaire |
| occur werkwoord | /əˈkɜː/ | plaatsvinden |
| formal bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈfɔɹməl/ | formeel |
| helpful bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈhɛlp.fl̩/ | behulpzaam |
| reader zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɹi.dɚ/ | lezer, lezeres |
| pin zelfstandig naamwoord | /pɪn/ | pin, speld |
| acceptable bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl/ | aanvaardbaar, acceptabel |
| depend werkwoord | /dɪˈpɛnd/ | afhangen |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Betekenis |
|---|---|
| look forward to werkwoord | uitkijken naar, zich verheugen op |
| find out werkwoord | ontdekken, onderzoeken |
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Voorwaardelijke zinnen if + zin, will/would + werkwoord — een voorwaarde en het gevolg | if this topic would be · if the topic would be |
| Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt | has invited · I've noticed · I've experienced |
| Lijdende vorm be + voltooid deelwoord — het gaat om wat er gebeurt, niet om wie het doet | be given · was caused |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 32 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals I'm, I'd, you'll. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: consideration /kənˌsɪd.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/, concentration /ˌkɑn.sənˈtɹeɪ.ʃən/, examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, casual /ˈkæʒ(u)əl/, suggestion /səˈd͡ʒɛst.ʃən/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, acceptable /əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl/, apologize /əˈpɑləˌd͡ʒaɪz/, apology /əˈpɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/, complicated /ˈkɑm.plɪˌkeɪ.tɪd/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Begin op 0,75× snelheid, spreek zin voor zin na en ga terug naar normale snelheid zodra het makkelijk gaat.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als topic, template, phrase.
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