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Notion
01
a general concept or belief
Examples
She had a notion that he was hiding something from her.
The notion of freedom is central to the country's history.
02
a vague or imperfectly formed idea or belief, often held with some confidence
Examples
I had the notion that we should leave early.
He acted on the notion that she would agree.
03
a fanciful, whimsical, or capricious idea
Examples
He bought the car on a sudden notion.
She had a notion to travel to the mountains.
04
small personal items, sewing supplies, or accessories
Examples
The shop sells ribbons, buttons, and other notions.
She bought sewing notions at the market.
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