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tool

A2Frequent NGSL-2
UK /tuːl/US /tuːl/
noun

an instrument such as a hammer, screwdriver, saw, etc. that you hold in your hand and use for making things, repairing things, etc.

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Why AI Is Incredibly Smart and Shockingly Stupid | Yejin Choi | TED video example

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Despite that, AI is an undeniably powerful tool, beating the world-class "Go" champion, acing college admission tests and even passing the bar exam.

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