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jenny/11023
COMMON LAW AND EQUITY
common law and equity
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moderate speed
kɑmʌn lɔ ʌnd ɛkwʌti
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is clear but slightly monotonous, with moderate speed of delivery.'.
jenny/11024
King John of England signs Magna Carta
king john of england signs magna carta
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moderate speed
kɪŋ dʒɑn ʌv ɪŋɡlʌnd saɪnz mæɡnʌ kɑɹtʌ
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate tone of voice, quite clear and concise.'
jenny/11025
The 'doctrine of precedent', or stare decisis means that decisions by higher courts bind lower courts, and future decisions of the same court, to assure that similar cases reach similar results.
the 'doctrine of precedent', or stare decisis means that decisions by higher courts bind lower courts, and future decisions of the same court, to assure that similar cases reach similar results.
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moderate speed
ðʌ 'dɑktɹʌn ʌv pɹɛsɪdʌnt', ɔɹ stɛɹ minz ðæt dɪsɪʒʌnz baɪ haɪɜ˞ kɔɹts baɪnd loʊɜ˞ kɔɹts, ʌnd fjutʃɜ˞ dɪsɪʒʌnz ʌv ðʌ seɪm kɔɹt, tu ʌʃʊɹ ðæt sɪmʌlɜ˞ keɪsʌz ɹitʃ sɪmʌlɜ˞ ɹɪzʌlts.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is quite monotone, with a slightly noisy and confined sound.'
jenny/11026
Common law originated from England and has been inherited by almost every country once tied to the British Empire .
common law originated from england and has been inherited by almost every country once tied to the british empire .
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slightly fast
kɑmʌn lɔ ɜ˞ɪdʒʌneɪtʌd fɹʌm ɪŋɡlʌnd ʌnd hæz bɪn ɪnhɛɹʌtɪd baɪ ɔlmoʊst ɛvɜ˞i kʌntɹi wʌns taɪd tu ðʌ bɹɪtɪʃ ɛmpaɪɜ˞ .
very noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Extremely noisy and confined recording. Jenny speaks very slowly and in a monotone voice.'
jenny/11027
In medieval England, the Norman conquest the law varied-shire-to-shire, based on disparate tribal customs.
in medieval england, the norman conquest the law varied shire to shire, based on disparate tribal customs.
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moderate speed
ɪn mɪdivʌl ɪŋɡlʌnd, ðʌ nɔɹmʌn kɑŋkwɛst ðʌ lɔ vɛɹid-ʃaɪɹ-tu-ʃaɪɹ, beɪst ɑn dɪspɜ˞ɪt tɹaɪbʌl kʌstʌmz.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's speech is very monotone and slightly noisy, with a moderate pace of delivery.'
jenny/11028
The next major step in the evolution of the common law came when King John was forced by his barons to sign a document limiting his authority to pass laws.
the next major step in the evolution of the common law came when king john was forced by his barons to sign a document limiting his authority to pass laws.
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slightly fast
ðʌ nɛkst meɪdʒɜ˞ stɛp ɪn ðʌ ɛvʌluʃʌn ʌv ðʌ kɑmʌn lɔ keɪm wɛn kɪŋ dʒɑn wɑz fɔɹst baɪ hɪz bæɹʌnz tu saɪn ʌ dɑkjʌmɛnt lɪmʌtɪŋ hɪz ʌθɔɹʌti tu pæs lɔz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'The speech sample has a moderate ambient sound with some background noise and a very monotone tone.'
jenny/11029
A concentrated and elite group of judges acquired a dominant role in law-making under this system, and compared to its European counterparts the English judiciary became highly centralised.
a concentrated and elite group of judges acquired a dominant role in law making under this system, and compared to its european counterparts the english judiciary became highly centralised.
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moderate speed
ʌ kɑnsʌntɹeɪtɪd ʌnd ɪlit ɡɹup ʌv dʒʌdʒɪz ʌkwaɪɜ˞d ʌ dɑmʌnʌnt ɹoʊl ɪn lɔ-meɪkɪŋ ʌndɜ˞ ðɪs sɪstʌm, ʌnd kʌmpɛɹd tu ɪts jʊɹʌpiʌn kaʊntɜ˞pɑɹts ðʌ ɪŋɡlɪʃ dʒudɪʃiɛɹi bɪkeɪm haɪli .
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is moderately quiet and monotone, with a slight hint of background noise.'
jenny/1102
Still, gives 'em the right idea, eh?'.
still, gives 'em the right idea, eh?'.
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slightly fast
stɪl, ɡɪvz 'ɛm ðʌ ɹaɪt aɪdiʌ, ɛ?'.
very clear
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny speaks with a slightly monotone tone, but the recording is clear and of good quality.'
jenny/11031
This powerful and tight-knit judiciary gave rise to a systematised process of developing common law.
this powerful and tight knit judiciary gave rise to a systematised process of developing common law.
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moderate speed
ðɪs paʊɜ˞fʌl ʌnd taɪt-nɪt dʒudɪʃiɛɹi ɡeɪv ɹaɪz tu ʌ pɹɑsɛs ʌv dɪvɛlʌpɪŋ kɑmʌn lɔ.
quite noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks in a monotone voice with moderate speed and some background noise, making it difficult to understand her words.'
jenny/11032
From the time of Sir Thomas More, the first lawyer to be appointed as Lord Chancellor, a systematic body of equity grew up alongside the rigid common law, and developed its own Court of Chancery.
from the time of sir thomas more, the first lawyer to be appointed as lord chancellor, a systematic body of equity grew up alongside the rigid common law, and developed its own court of chancery.
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slightly fast
fɹʌm ðʌ taɪm ʌv sɜ˞ tɑmʌs mɔɹ, ðʌ fɜ˞st lɔjɜ˞ tu bi ʌpɔɪntɪd æz lɔɹd tʃænsʌlɜ˞, ʌ sɪstʌmætɪk bɑdi ʌv ɛkwʌti ɡɹu ʌp ʌlɔŋsaɪd ðʌ ɹɪdʒʌd kɑmʌn lɔ, ʌnd dɪvɛlʌpt ɪts oʊn kɔɹt ʌv tʃænsɜ˞i.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's voice is very monotone, speaking at a moderate pace with occasional slight pauses and hesitations.'
jenny/11033
At first, equity was often criticised as erratic, that it varied according to the length of the Chancellor's foot.
at first, equity was often criticised as erratic, that it varied according to the length of the chancellor's foot.
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moderate speed
æt fɜ˞st, ɛkwʌti wɑz ɔfʌn æz ɪɹætɪk, ðæt ɪt vɛɹid ʌkɔɹdɪŋ tu ðʌ lɛŋkθ ʌv ðʌ tʃænsʌlɜ˞'ɛs fʊt.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate pace and tone, with some background noise and a hint of monotony.'
jenny/11034
Over time, courts of equity developed solid principles, especially under Lord Eldon.
over time, courts of equity developed solid principles, especially under lord eldon.
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moderate speed
oʊvɜ˞ taɪm, kɔɹts ʌv ɛkwʌti dɪvɛlʌpt sɑlʌd pɹɪnsʌpʌlz, ʌspɛʃli ʌndɜ˞ lɔɹd ɪldɑn.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech has a moderate pace but can be heard clearly, with some background noise and a slightly monotone tone.'.
jenny/11036
In developing the common law, academic writings have always played an important part, both to collect overarching principles from dispersed case law, and to argue for change.
in developing the common law, academic writings have always played an important part, both to collect overarching principles from dispersed case law, and to argue for change.
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slightly fast
ɪn dɪvɛlʌpɪŋ ðʌ kɑmʌn lɔ, ækʌdɛmɪk ɹaɪtɪŋz hæv ɔlweɪz pleɪd æn ɪmpɔɹtʌnt pɑɹt, boʊθ tu kʌlɛkt oʊvɜ˞ɑɹtʃɪŋ pɹɪnsʌpʌlz fɹʌm dɪspɜ˞st keɪs lɔ, ʌnd tu ɑɹɡju fɔɹ tʃeɪndʒ.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but there is some background noise that makes it sound a bit dull.'
jenny/11038
But merely in describing, scholars who sought explanations and underlying structures slowly changed the way the law actually worked.
but merely in describing, scholars who sought explanations and underlying structures slowly changed the way the law actually worked.
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slightly fast
bʌt mɪɹli ɪn dɪskɹaɪbɪŋ, skɑlɜ˞z hu sɔt ɛksplʌneɪʃʌnz ʌnd ʌndɜ˞laɪɪŋ stɹʌktʃɜ˞z sloʊli tʃeɪndʒd ðʌ weɪ ðʌ lɔ æktʃuʌli wɜ˞kt.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Very confined sounding, but with a moderate ambient sound and slightly fast tempo.'
jenny/11039
Religious law is explicitly based on religious precepts.
religious law is explicitly based on religious precepts.
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slightly fast
ɹɪlɪdʒʌs lɔ ɪz ɪksplɪsʌtli beɪst ɑn ɹɪlɪdʒʌs pɹisɛpts.
very clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech sounds very clear, but it's very confined in the recording.'.
jenny/1103
At this moment the telescreen let out a piercing whistle.
at this moment the telescreen let out a piercing whistle.
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slightly fast
æt ðɪs moʊmʌnt ðʌ lɛt aʊt ʌ pɪɹsɪŋ wɪsʌl.
very clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear and monotone, with no discernible pace or inflection, recorded in a very clear and spacious room.'
jenny/11040
Often the implication of religion for law is unalterability, because the word of God cannot be amended or legislated against by judges or governments.
often the implication of religion for law is unalterability, because the word of god cannot be amended or legislated against by judges or governments.
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moderate speed
ɔfʌn ðʌ ɪmplʌkeɪʃʌn ʌv ɹɪlɪdʒʌn fɔɹ lɔ ɪz , bɪkɔz ðʌ wɜ˞d ʌv ɡɑd kænɑt bi ʌmɛndɪd ɔɹ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʌd ʌɡɛnst baɪ dʒʌdʒɪz ɔɹ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnts.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is moderately clear but has a slight monotone quality with occasional pauses in between words.'.
jenny/11041
However, a thorough and detailed legal system generally requires human elaboration.
however, a thorough and detailed legal system generally requires human elaboration.
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moderate speed
haʊɛvɜ˞, ʌ θɜ˞oʊ ʌnd dɪteɪld liɡʌl sɪstʌm dʒɛnɜ˞ʌli ɹikwaɪɜ˞z hjumʌn ɪlæbɜ˞eɪʃʌn.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a consistent, neutral tone, with a moderate pace.'
jenny/11042
For instance, the Quran has some law, and it acts as a source of further law through interpretation, Qiyas , Ijma and precedent.
for instance, the quran has some law, and it acts as a source of further law through interpretation, qiyas , ijma and precedent.
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slightly slowly
fɔɹ ɪnstʌns, ðʌ hæz sʌm lɔ, ʌnd ɪt ækts æz ʌ sɔɹs ʌv fɜ˞ðɜ˞ lɔ θɹu ɪntɜ˞pɹɪteɪʃʌn, , ʌnd pɹɛsɪdʌnt.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear but has a slight monotone delivery that's not very expressive.'
jenny/11043
This is mainly contained in a body of law and jurisprudence known as Sharia and Fiqh respectively.
this is mainly contained in a body of law and jurisprudence known as sharia and fiqh respectively.
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moderate speed
ðɪs ɪz meɪnli kʌnteɪnd ɪn ʌ bɑdi ʌv lɔ ʌnd dʒʊɹʌspɹudʌns noʊn æz ʃɑɹiʌ ʌnd ɹɪspɛktɪvli.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is recorded in a room with moderate ambient noise, and the speaker's voice is quite monotone.'
jenny/11044
Another example is the Torah or Old Testament, in the Pentateuch or Five Books of Moses.
another example is the torah or old testament, in the pentateuch or five books of moses.
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moderate speed
ʌnʌðɜ˞ ɪɡzæmpʌl ɪz ðʌ tɔɹʌ ɔɹ oʊld tɛstʌmʌnt, ɪn ðʌ ɔɹ faɪv bʊks ʌv moʊzʌs.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny's speech is quite clear but has a slight background noise and a slightly monotonous tone.'
jenny/11045
This contains the basic code of Jewish law, which some Israeli communities choose to use.
this contains the basic code of jewish law, which some israeli communities choose to use.
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slightly fast
ðɪs kʌnteɪnz ðʌ beɪsɪk koʊd ʌv dʒuɪʃ lɔ, wɪtʃ sʌm ɪzɹeɪli kʌmjunʌtiz tʃuz tu jus.
very clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very clear and consistent tone, but it's quite monotone. There's very little background noise and the recording quality is excellent.'
jenny/11046
The Halakha is a code of Jewish law that summarizes some of the Talmud's interpretations.
the halakha is a code of jewish law that summarizes some of the talmud's interpretations.
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moderate speed
ðʌ ɪz ʌ koʊd ʌv dʒuɪʃ lɔ ðæt sʌmɜ˞aɪzɪz sʌm ʌv ðʌ tælmʌd'ɛs ɪntɜ˞pɹɪteɪʃʌnz.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate tone, quite clear and concise.'.
jenny/11047
Nevertheless, Israeli law allows litigants to use religious laws only if they choose.
nevertheless, israeli law allows litigants to use religious laws only if they choose.
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moderate speed
nɛvɜ˞ðʌlɛs, ɪzɹeɪli lɔ ʌlaʊz lɪtɪɡʌnts tu jus ɹɪlɪdʒʌs lɔz oʊnli ɪf ðeɪ tʃuz.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is very clear, but there is some background noise and the delivery is quite monotone.'
jenny/11048
Canon law is only in use by members of the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Anglican Communion.
canon law is only in use by members of the catholic church, the eastern orthodox church and the anglican communion.
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slightly fast
kænʌn lɔ ɪz oʊnli ɪn jus baɪ mɛmbɜ˞z ʌv ðʌ kæθlɪk tʃɜ˞tʃ, ðʌ istɜ˞n ɔɹθʌdɑks tʃɜ˞tʃ ʌnd ðʌ æŋɡlʌkʌn kʌmjunjʌn.
quite noisy
very confined sounding
moderate intonation
'Jenny's speech is quite noisy, but her tone is moderate and she uses a slightly fast pace.'
jenny/11049
Canon law is a set of ordinances and regulations made by ecclesiastical authority , for the government of a Christian organisation or church and its members.
canon law is a set of ordinances and regulations made by ecclesiastical authority , for the government of a christian organisation or church and its members.
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moderate speed
kænʌn lɔ ɪz ʌ sɛt ʌv ɔɹdʌnʌnsɪz ʌnd ɹɛɡjʌleɪʃʌnz meɪd baɪ ɪkliziæstɪkʌl ʌθɔɹʌti , fɔɹ ðʌ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt ʌv ʌ kɹɪstʃʌn ɔɹɡʌnɪzeɪʃʌn ɔɹ tʃɜ˞tʃ ʌnd ɪts mɛmbɜ˞z.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate pace and a slightly monotonous tone, with occasional background noise'.
jenny/1104
It was the signal to return to work.
it was the signal to return to work.
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quite fast
ɪt wɑz ðʌ sɪɡnʌl tu ɹɪtɜ˞n tu wɜ˞k.
quite clear
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny speaks clearly and with moderate tone of voice, but there's a hint of background noise that makes it sound slightly muffled.'
jenny/11050
It is the internal ecclesiastical law governing the Catholic Church , the Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox churches, and the individual national churches within the Anglican Communion.
it is the internal ecclesiastical law governing the catholic church , the eastern orthodox and oriental orthodox churches, and the individual national churches within the anglican communion.
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slightly fast
ɪt ɪz ðʌ ɪntɜ˞nʌl ɪkliziæstɪkʌl lɔ ɡʌvɜ˞nɪŋ ðʌ kæθlɪk tʃɜ˞tʃ , ðʌ istɜ˞n ɔɹθʌdɑks ʌnd ɔɹiɛntʌl ɔɹθʌdɑks tʃɜ˞tʃɪz, ʌnd ðʌ ɪndʌvɪdʒʌwʌl næʃʌnʌl tʃɜ˞tʃɪz wɪðɪn ðʌ æŋɡlʌkʌn kʌmjunjʌn.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'This recording is of poor quality with a lot of background noise and a monotonous tone.'.
jenny/11051
The way that such church law is legislated, interpreted and at times adjudicated varies widely among these three bodies of churches.
the way that such church law is legislated, interpreted and at times adjudicated varies widely among these three bodies of churches.
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slightly fast
ðʌ weɪ ðæt sʌtʃ tʃɜ˞tʃ lɔ ɪz lɛdʒʌsleɪtʌd, ɪntɜ˞pɹʌtʌd ʌnd æt taɪmz ʌdʒudʌkeɪtɪd vɛɹiz waɪdli ʌmʌŋ ðiz θɹi bɑdiz ʌv tʃɜ˞tʃɪz.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is quite monotone, and there's a bit of background noise, but it's not very noisy or confined.'
jenny/11052
In all three traditions, a canon was originally a rule adopted by a church council; these canons formed the foundation of canon law.
in all three traditions, a canon was originally a rule adopted by a church council, these canons formed the foundation of canon law.
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moderate speed
ɪn ɔl θɹi tɹʌdɪʃʌnz, ʌ kænʌn wɑz ɜ˞ɪdʒʌnʌli ʌ ɹul ʌdɑptɪd baɪ ʌ tʃɜ˞tʃ kaʊnsʌl; ðiz kænʌnz fɔɹmd ðʌ faʊndeɪʃʌn ʌv kænʌn lɔ.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is clear and recorded well, but it's quite monotone and slightly noisy.'
jenny/11053
The Catholic Church has the oldest continuously functioning legal system in the western world, predating the evolution of modern European civil law and common law systems.
the catholic church has the oldest continuously functioning legal system in the western world, predating the evolution of modern european civil law and common law systems.
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moderate speed
ðʌ kæθlɪk tʃɜ˞tʃ hæz ðʌ oʊldʌst kʌntɪnjuʌsli fʌŋkʃʌnɪŋ liɡʌl sɪstʌm ɪn ðʌ wɛstɜ˞n wɜ˞ld, ðʌ ɛvʌluʃʌn ʌv mɑdɜ˞n jʊɹʌpiʌn sɪvʌl lɔ ʌnd kɑmʌn lɔ sɪstʌmz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is quite monotone and slightly quiet, with moderate ambient sound'.
jenny/11055
The Eastern Catholic Churches, which developed different disciplines and practices, are governed by the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches.
the eastern catholic churches, which developed different disciplines and practices, are governed by the code of canons of the eastern churches.
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slightly fast
ðʌ istɜ˞n kæθlɪk tʃɜ˞tʃɪz, wɪtʃ dɪvɛlʌpt dɪfɜ˞ʌnt dɪsʌplʌnz ʌnd pɹæktʌsʌz, ɑɹ ɡʌvɜ˞nd baɪ ðʌ koʊd ʌv kænʌnz ʌv ðʌ istɜ˞n tʃɜ˞tʃɪz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is very good, but there is some background noise that slightly masks the speaker's voice.'
jenny/11056
The canon law of the Catholic Church influenced the common law during the medieval period through its preservation of Roman law doctrine such as the presumption of innocence.
the canon law of the catholic church influenced the common law during the medieval period through its preservation of roman law doctrine such as the presumption of innocence.
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19.478336
61.072243
59.743683
moderate speed
ðʌ kænʌn lɔ ʌv ðʌ kæθlɪk tʃɜ˞tʃ ɪnfluʌnst ðʌ kɑmʌn lɔ dʊɹɪŋ ðʌ mɪdivʌl pɪɹiʌd θɹu ɪts pɹɛzɜ˞veɪʃʌn ʌv ɹoʊmʌn lɔ dɑktɹʌn sʌtʃ æz ðʌ pɹɪzʌmpʃʌn ʌv ɪnʌsʌns.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'This recording is of poor quality, with a lot of background noise and a very monotone tone.'.
jenny/11059
In modern times, the legal systems of many Muslim countries draw upon both civil and common law traditions as well as Islamic law and custom.
in modern times, the legal systems of many muslim countries draw upon both civil and common law traditions as well as islamic law and custom.
174.43721
16.431217
58.095169
59.800526
moderate speed
ɪn mɑdɜ˞n taɪmz, ðʌ liɡʌl sɪstʌmz ʌv mɛni mʌzlʌm kʌntɹiz dɹɔ ʌpɑn boʊθ sɪvʌl ʌnd kɑmʌn lɔ tɹʌdɪʃʌnz æz wɛl æz ɪzlɑmɪk lɔ ʌnd kʌstʌm.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's speech is very quiet and monotone, with some background noise and a very confined sound recording'.
jenny/1105
All three men sprang to their feet to join in the struggle round the lifts, and the remaining tobacco fell out of Winston's cigarette.
all three men sprang to their feet to join in the struggle round the lifts, and the remaining tobacco fell out of winston's cigarette.
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37.575886
59.84724
59.760635
quite fast
ɔl θɹi mɛn spɹæŋ tu ðɛɹ fit tu dʒɔɪn ɪn ðʌ stɹʌɡʌl ɹaʊnd ðʌ lɪfts, ʌnd ðʌ ɹɪmeɪnɪŋ tʌbækoʊ fɛl aʊt ʌv wɪnstʌn'ɛs sɪɡɜ˞ɛt.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny speaks at a moderate pace with a slightly noisy and monotone tone in a confined space.'
jenny/11060
The constitutions of certain Muslim states, such as Egypt and Afghanistan, recognise Islam as the religion of the state, obliging legislature to adhere to Sharia.
the constitutions of certain muslim states, such as egypt and afghanistan, recognise islam as the religion of the state, obliging legislature to adhere to sharia.
171.313461
21.638832
59.262596
59.778526
moderate speed
ðʌ kɑnstɪtuʃʌnz ʌv sɜ˞tʌn mʌzlʌm steɪts, sʌtʃ æz idʒʌpt ʌnd æfɡænʌstæn, ɹɛkʌɡnaɪz ɪslɑm æz ðʌ ɹɪlɪdʒʌn ʌv ðʌ steɪt, ʌblaɪdʒɪŋ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞ tu ʌdhɪɹ tu ʃɑɹiʌ.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is very clear but has some background noise and a slightly monotonous tone.'
jenny/11061
Saudi Arabia recognises Quran as its constitution, and is governed on the basis of Islamic law.
saudi arabia recognises quran as its constitution, and is governed on the basis of islamic law.
170.94989
17.613691
47.156536
59.762424
moderate speed
sɔdi ʌɹeɪbiʌ ɹɛkʌɡnaɪzɪz æz ɪts kɑnstʌtuʃʌn, ʌnd ɪz ɡʌvɜ˞nd ɑn ðʌ beɪsʌs ʌv ɪzlɑmɪk lɔ.
very noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
"The speech sample is very noisy and has a very confined sound, but the tone is quite monotone."
jenny/11063
There are distinguished methods of legal reasoning and methods of interpreting the law.
there are distinguished methods of legal reasoning and methods of interpreting the law.
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18.78672
68.737427
59.608799
slightly fast
ðɛɹ ɑɹ dɪstɪŋɡwɪʃt mɛθʌdz ʌv liɡʌl ɹizʌnɪŋ ʌnd mɛθʌdz ʌv ɪntɜ˞pɹɛtɪŋ ðʌ lɔ.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks clearly but with a slight monotone delivery.'
jenny/11064
There are also many other arguments and cannons of interpretation which altogether make statutory interpretation possible.
there are also many other arguments and cannons of interpretation which altogether make statutory interpretation possible.
173.576324
17.438442
60.523258
59.760628
slightly fast
ðɛɹ ɑɹ ɔlsoʊ mɛni ʌðɜ˞ ɑɹɡjʌmʌnts ʌnd kænʌnz ʌv ɪntɜ˞pɹɪteɪʃʌn wɪtʃ ɔltʌɡɛðɜ˞ meɪk stætʃʌtɔɹi ɪntɜ˞pɹɪteɪʃʌn pɑsʌbʌl.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is very clear but has a moderate ambient sound with a slight monotone delivery.'
jenny/11065
Jurimetrics is the formal application of quantitative methods, especially probability and statistics, to legal questions.
jurimetrics is the formal application of quantitative methods, especially probability and statistics, to legal questions.
169.696823
23.595825
60.981953
59.756897
moderate speed
ɪz ðʌ fɔɹmʌl æplʌkeɪʃʌn ʌv kwɑntɪteɪtɪv mɛθʌdz, ʌspɛʃli pɹɑbʌbɪlʌti ʌnd stʌtɪstɪks, tu liɡʌl kwɛstʃʌnz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is clear and recorded well, but it's somewhat muffled due to the moderate ambient sound and the monotone delivery.'
jenny/11066
The use of statistical methods in court cases and law review articles has grown massively in importance in the last few decades.
the use of statistical methods in court cases and law review articles has grown massively in importance in the last few decades.
170.640945
17.657825
58.338444
59.793736
moderate speed
ðʌ jus ʌv stʌtɪstɪkʌl mɛθʌdz ɪn kɔɹt keɪsʌz ʌnd lɔ ɹivju ɑɹtʌkʌlz hæz ɡɹoʊn mæsɪvli ɪn ɪmpɔɹtʌns ɪn ðʌ læst fju dɛkeɪdz.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is quite monotone, with a very slight background noise.'
jenny/11067
LEGAL INSTITUTIONS
legal institutions
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25.118689
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moderate speed
liɡʌl ɪnstɪtuʃʌnz
very clear
quite confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate pace and tone, but the recording is quite clear with minimal background noise.'
jenny/11068
Thomas Hobbes, Leviathan, XVII
thomas hobbes, leviathan, xvii
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20.311846
70.493942
59.339165
quite slowly
tɑmʌs hɑbiz, lʌvaɪʌθʌn,
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is clear but slightly monotonous, delivered with a quiet and steady pace'.
jenny/11069
John Locke, in his Two Treatises of Government, and Baron de Montesquieu in The Spirit of the Laws, advocated for a separation of powers between the political, legislature and executive bodies.
john locke, in his two treatises of government, and baron de montesquieu in the spirit of the laws, advocated for a separation of powers between the political, legislature and executive bodies.
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16.60985
63.380856
59.688095
moderate speed
dʒɑn lɑk, ɪn hɪz tu tɹitʌsʌz ʌv ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt, ʌnd bæɹʌn di ɪn ðʌ spɪɹʌt ʌv ðʌ lɔz, ædvʌkeɪtɪd fɔɹ ʌ sɛpɜ˞eɪʃʌn ʌv paʊɜ˞z bɪtwin ðʌ pʌlɪtʌkʌl, lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞ ʌnd ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv bɑdiz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'The speech is delivered in a moderate tone with some background noise, but it is very confined in the sound quality.'.
jenny/1106
Winston was writing in his diary:.
winston was writing in his diary,.
203.544952
28.763157
70.713402
59.271801
very fast
wɪnstʌn wɑz ɹaɪtɪŋ ɪn hɪz daɪɜ˞i:.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear and concise, with minimal background noise'.
jenny/11070
Their principle was that no person should be able to usurp all powers of the state, in contrast to the absolutist theory of Thomas Hobbes' Leviathan.
their principle was that no person should be able to usurp all powers of the state, in contrast to the absolutist theory of thomas hobbes' leviathan.
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21.079399
48.155628
59.68195
slightly fast
ðɛɹ pɹɪnsʌpʌl wɑz ðæt noʊ pɜ˞sʌn ʃʊd bi eɪbʌl tu jusɜ˞p ɔl paʊɜ˞z ʌv ðʌ steɪt, ɪn kɑntɹæst tu ðʌ æbsʌlutɪst θɪɹi ʌv tɑmʌs hɑbiz' lʌvaɪʌθʌn.
very noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very quiet, monotone tone, with some background noise and fast pacing.'
jenny/11071
Max Weber and others reshaped thinking on the extension of state.
max weber and others reshaped thinking on the extension of state.
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26.233217
69.075005
59.495152
slightly fast
mæks wɛbɜ˞ ʌnd ʌðɜ˞z ɹiʃeɪpt θɪŋkɪŋ ɑn ðʌ ɪkstɛnʃʌn ʌv steɪt.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is clear and concise, but there's a bit of background noise that makes it sound a bit unclear at times.'
jenny/11072
Modern military, policing and bureaucratic power over ordinary citizens' daily lives pose special problems for accountability that earlier writers such as Locke or Montesquieu could not have foreseen.
modern military, policing and bureaucratic power over ordinary citizens' daily lives pose special problems for accountability that earlier writers such as locke or montesquieu could not have foreseen.
172.336136
18.472404
58.55917
59.804554
moderate speed
mɑdɜ˞n mɪlʌtɛɹi, pʌlisɪŋ ʌnd bjʊɹʌkɹætɪk paʊɜ˞ oʊvɜ˞ ɔɹdʌnɛɹi sɪtʌzʌnz' deɪli lɪvz poʊz spɛʃʌl pɹɑblʌmz fɔɹ ʌkaʊntʌbɪlɪti ðæt ɜ˞liɜ˞ ɹaɪtɜ˞z sʌtʃ æz lɑk ɔɹ kʊd nɑt hæv fɔɹsin.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is quite monotone and slightly noisy, with moderate speed of delivery.'
jenny/11073
A judiciary is a number of judges mediating disputes to determine outcome.
a judiciary is a number of judges mediating disputes to determine outcome.
174.093658
16.718575
71.433426
59.34481
slightly fast
ʌ dʒudɪʃiɛɹi ɪz ʌ nʌmbɜ˞ ʌv dʒʌdʒɪz midieɪtɪŋ dɪspjuts tu dʌtɜ˞mʌn aʊtkʌm.
very clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very clear and monotone tone, lacking any noticeable expression or variation in pace.'
jenny/11074
Most countries have systems of appeal courts, with an apex court as the ultimate judicial authority.
most countries have systems of appeal courts, with an apex court as the ultimate judicial authority.
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20.733208
61.503681
59.343807
slightly fast
moʊst kʌntɹiz hæv sɪstʌmz ʌv ʌpil kɔɹts, wɪð æn eɪpɛks kɔɹt æz ðʌ ʌltʌmʌt dʒudɪʃʌl ʌθɔɹʌti.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is delivered in a moderate ambient sound with some background noise, but Jenny's voice is very monotone.'
jenny/11075
In the United States, this authority is the Supreme Court; in Australia, the High Court; in the UK, the Supreme Court; in Germany, the Bundesverfassungsgericht; and in France, the Cour de Cassation.
in the united states, this authority is the supreme court, in australia, the high court, in the uk, the supreme court, in germany, the bundesverfassungsgericht, and in france, the cour de cassation.
172.525467
20.143425
61.008331
59.708813
slightly slowly
ɪn ðʌ junaɪtɪd steɪts, ðɪs ʌθɔɹʌti ɪz ðʌ sʌpɹim kɔɹt; ɪn ɔstɹeɪljʌ, ðʌ haɪ kɔɹt; ɪn ðʌ jukeɪ, ðʌ sʌpɹim kɔɹt; ɪn dʒɜ˞mʌni, ðʌ ; ʌnd ɪn fɹæns, ðʌ kʊɹ di .
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech has a moderate level of ambient sound with some slight monotone delivery.'
jenny/11076
For most European countries the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg can overrule national law, when EU law is relevant.
for most european countries the european court of justice in luxembourg can overrule national law, when eu law is relevant.
169.250031
17.680115
58.102222
59.404953
moderate speed
fɔɹ moʊst jʊɹʌpiʌn kʌntɹiz ðʌ jʊɹʌpiʌn kɔɹt ʌv dʒʌstʌs ɪn lʌksʌmbɔɹɡ kæn oʊvɜ˞ɹul næʃʌnʌl lɔ, wɛn iju lɔ ɪz ɹɛlʌvʌnt.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is quite monotone and slightly noisy, with moderate speed delivery.'
jenny/11077
The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg allows citizens of the Council of Europe member states to bring cases relating to human rights issues before it.
the european court of human rights in strasbourg allows citizens of the council of europe member states to bring cases relating to human rights issues before it.
170.630951
16.60528
60.007984
59.773281
slightly fast
ðʌ jʊɹʌpiʌn kɔɹt ʌv hjumʌn ɹaɪts ɪn stɹæsbɔɹɡ ʌlaʊz sɪtʌzʌnz ʌv ðʌ kaʊnsʌl ʌv jʊɹʌp mɛmbɜ˞ steɪts tu bɹɪŋ keɪsʌz ɹɪleɪtɪŋ tu hjumʌn ɹaɪts ɪʃuz bɪfɔɹ ɪt.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's voice is very monotone and slightly noisy, delivered at a moderate pace.'
jenny/11078
Some countries allow their highest judicial authority to overrule legislation they determine to be unconstitutional.
some countries allow their highest judicial authority to overrule legislation they determine to be unconstitutional.
168.5
22.045616
61.527519
59.199005
slightly fast
sʌm kʌntɹiz ʌlaʊ ðɛɹ haɪʌst dʒudɪʃʌl ʌθɔɹʌti tu oʊvɜ˞ɹul lɛdʒʌsleɪʃʌn ðeɪ dʌtɜ˞mʌn tu bi ʌnkɑnstʌtuʃʌnʌl.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is moderately clear but slightly monotone, delivered at a moderate pace.'
jenny/11079
A judiciary is theoretically bound by the constitution, just as all other government bodies are.
a judiciary is theoretically bound by the constitution, just as all other government bodies are.
168.512299
18.671059
65.003967
59.740078
slightly fast
ʌ dʒudɪʃiɛɹi ɪz θiɜ˞ɛtɪkʌli baʊnd baɪ ðʌ kɑnstʌtuʃʌn, dʒʌst æz ɔl ʌðɜ˞ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt bɑdiz ɑɹ.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is very clear, but recorded with a slightly muffled sound due to a bit of background noise.'
jenny/1107
It was three years ago.
it was three years ago.
183.896667
25.14122
70.733833
58.430202
slightly fast
ɪt wɑz θɹi jɪɹz ʌɡoʊ.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but the recording is quite confined, making it difficult to hear the details.'
jenny/11080
In most countries judges may only interpret the constitution and all other laws.
in most countries judges may only interpret the constitution and all other laws.
169.502487
16.4433
72.219948
59.137268
slightly fast
ɪn moʊst kʌntɹiz dʒʌdʒɪz meɪ oʊnli ɪntɜ˞pɹʌt ðʌ kɑnstʌtuʃʌn ʌnd ɔl ʌðɜ˞ lɔz.
very clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear and monotone, with very little background noise.'
jenny/11081
But in common law countries, where matters are not constitutional, the judiciary may also create law under the doctrine of precedent.
but in common law countries, where matters are not constitutional, the judiciary may also create law under the doctrine of precedent.
170.668289
17.970182
69.423592
59.702766
moderate speed
bʌt ɪn kɑmʌn lɔ kʌntɹiz, wɛɹ mætɜ˞z ɑɹ nɑt kɑnstʌtuʃʌnʌl, ðʌ dʒudɪʃiɛɹi meɪ ɔlsoʊ kɹieɪt lɔ ʌndɜ˞ ðʌ dɑktɹʌn ʌv pɹɛsɪdʌnt.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is clear and recorded well, with minimal background noise and a consistent pace.'
jenny/11082
The UK, Finland and New Zealand assert the ideal of parliamentary sovereignty, whereby the unelected judiciary may not overturn law passed by a democratic legislature.
the uk, finland and new zealand assert the ideal of parliamentary sovereignty, whereby the unelected judiciary may not overturn law passed by a democratic legislature.
168.758011
19.5902
58.905235
59.733871
moderate speed
ðʌ jukeɪ, fɪnlænd ʌnd nu zilʌnd ʌsɜ˞t ðʌ aɪdil ʌv pɑɹlʌmɛntɜ˞i sɑvɹʌnti, wɛɹbaɪ ðʌ ʌnɪlɛktɪd dʒudɪʃiɛɹi meɪ nɑt oʊvɜ˞tɜ˞n lɔ pæst baɪ ʌ dɛmʌkɹætɪk lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is delivered in a very monotone tone with minimal variation in pace or tone'.
jenny/11083
By the principle of representative government people vote for politicians to carry out their wishes.
by the principle of representative government people vote for politicians to carry out their wishes.
172.718445
19.122448
69.236855
59.578667
slightly fast
baɪ ðʌ pɹɪnsʌpʌl ʌv ɹɛpɹʌzɛntʌtɪv ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt pipʌl voʊt fɔɹ pɑlʌtɪʃʌnz tu kæɹi aʊt ðɛɹ wɪʃɪz.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very clear and steady tone, but the recording is quite clear and there's very little background noise.'.
jenny/11084
Although countries like Israel, Greece, Sweden and China are unicameral, most countries are bicameral, meaning they have two separately appointed legislative houses.
although countries like israel, greece, sweden and china are unicameral, most countries are bicameral, meaning they have two separately appointed legislative houses.
175.495667
20.241898
67.347771
59.716969
moderate speed
ɔlðoʊ kʌntɹiz laɪk ɪzɹiʌl, ɡɹis, swidʌn ʌnd tʃaɪnʌ ɑɹ , moʊst kʌntɹiz ɑɹ , minɪŋ ðeɪ hæv tu sɛpɜ˞ʌtli ʌpɔɪntɪd lɛdʒʌsleɪtɪv haʊsʌz.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is clear and well-recorded, with moderate speed and tone.'
jenny/11085
In the 'lower house' politicians are elected to represent smaller constituencies.
in the 'lower house' politicians are elected to represent smaller constituencies.
175.994156
19.093018
65.771957
59.722462
slightly fast
ɪn ðʌ 'loʊɜ˞ haʊs' pɑlʌtɪʃʌnz ɑɹ ɪlɛktʌd tu ɹɛpɹɪzɛnt smɔlɜ˞ kʌnstɪtʃuʌnsiz.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is very clear, but there's a slight hint of background noise and a moderate level of monotone delivery.'.
jenny/11086
The 'upper house' is usually elected to represent states in a federal system or different voting configuration in a unitary system .
the 'upper house' is usually elected to represent states in a federal system or different voting configuration in a unitary system .
171.136475
20.813162
59.191513
59.759838
slightly fast
ðʌ 'ʌpɜ˞ haʊs' ɪz juʒʌwʌli ɪlɛktʌd tu ɹɛpɹɪzɛnt steɪts ɪn ʌ fɛdɜ˞ʌl sɪstʌm ɔɹ dɪfɜ˞ʌnt voʊtɪŋ kʌnfɪɡjɜ˞eɪʃʌn ɪn ʌ junɪtɛɹi sɪstʌm .
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear but slightly noisy, with a moderate tone that is slightly monotone and delivered at a moderate pace.'
jenny/11087
In the UK the upper house is appointed by the government as a house of review.
in the uk the upper house is appointed by the government as a house of review.
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19.775255
70.439163
59.439987
slightly fast
ɪn ðʌ jukeɪ ðʌ ʌpɜ˞ haʊs ɪz ʌpɔɪntɪd baɪ ðʌ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt æz ʌ haʊs ʌv ɹivju.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear and free of noise, but it is delivered with a slight monotone and at a moderate pace.'
jenny/11088
One criticism of bicameral systems with two elected chambers is that the upper and lower houses may simply mirror one another.
one criticism of bicameral systems with two elected chambers is that the upper and lower houses may simply mirror one another.
172.834991
21.899237
60.681194
59.782475
moderate speed
wʌn kɹɪtɪsɪzʌm ʌv sɪstʌmz wɪð tu ɪlɛktʌd tʃeɪmbɜ˞z ɪz ðæt ðʌ ʌpɜ˞ ʌnd loʊɜ˞ haʊsʌz meɪ sɪmpli mɪɹɜ˞ wʌn ʌnʌðɜ˞.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample has a moderate ambient sound with some background noise, delivered in a monotone tone.'
jenny/11089
The traditional justification of bicameralism is that an upper chamber acts as a house of review.
the traditional justification of bicameralism is that an upper chamber acts as a house of review.
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18.097868
57.77914
59.868984
moderate speed
ðʌ tɹʌdɪʃʌnʌl dʒʌstʌfʌkeɪʃʌn ʌv ɪz ðæt æn ʌpɜ˞ tʃeɪmbɜ˞ ækts æz ʌ haʊs ʌv ɹivju.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but there is a slight amount of background noise and a slightly monotone tone.'
jenny/1108
It was on a dark evening, in a narrow side-street near one of the big railway stations.
it was on a dark evening, in a narrow side street near one of the big railway stations.
204.187653
29.792854
71.76133
59.393227
quite fast
ɪt wɑz ɑn ʌ dɑɹk ivnɪŋ, ɪn ʌ nɛɹoʊ saɪd-stɹit nɪɹ wʌn ʌv ðʌ bɪɡ ɹeɪlweɪ steɪʃʌnz.
very clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear and concise, with a very monotone tone of voice.'
jenny/11090
This can minimise arbitrariness and injustice in governmental action.
this can minimise arbitrariness and injustice in governmental action.
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23.210632
67.808624
59.639362
moderate speed
ðɪs kæn ɑɹbʌtɹɛɹinʌs ʌnd ɪndʒʌstɪs ɪn ɡʌvɜ˞mɛntʌl ækʃʌn.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a clear and moderate tone, but the recording is quite clear and there's no noticeable background noise'.
jenny/11091
To pass legislation, a majority of the members of a legislature must vote for a bill in each house.
to pass legislation, a majority of the members of a legislature must vote for a bill in each house.
173.276718
16.550409
64.387596
59.568947
slightly fast
tu pæs lɛdʒʌsleɪʃʌn, ʌ mʌdʒɔɹʌti ʌv ðʌ mɛmbɜ˞z ʌv ʌ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞ mʌst voʊt fɔɹ ʌ bɪl ɪn itʃ haʊs.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks in a monotone voice with minimal expression, speaking very quickly but with a slight hesitation.'.
jenny/11092
Normally there will be several readings and amendments proposed by the different political factions.
normally there will be several readings and amendments proposed by the different political factions.
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16.563343
61.555725
59.794132
slightly fast
nɔɹmʌli ðɛɹ wɪl bi sɛvɹʌl ɹidɪŋz ʌnd ʌmɛndmʌnts pɹʌpoʊzd baɪ ðʌ dɪfɜ˞ʌnt pʌlɪtʌkʌl fækʃʌnz.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Speech is very quiet and monotone, with a bit of background noise and a slow pace.'.
jenny/11093
If a country has an entrenched constitution, a special majority for changes to the constitution may be required, making changes to the law more difficult.
if a country has an entrenched constitution, a special majority for changes to the constitution may be required, making changes to the law more difficult.
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16.326063
64.368523
59.628242
slightly fast
ɪf ʌ kʌntɹi hæz æn ɛntɹɛntʃt kɑnstʌtuʃʌn, ʌ spɛʃʌl mʌdʒɔɹʌti fɔɹ tʃeɪndʒʌz tu ðʌ kɑnstʌtuʃʌn meɪ bi ɹikwaɪɜ˞d, meɪkɪŋ tʃeɪndʒʌz tu ðʌ lɔ mɔɹ dɪfʌkʌlt.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks in a monotone tone with minimal variation in pace and volume, sounding very confined in a quiet environment.'
jenny/11094
A government usually leads the process, which can be formed from Members of Parliament e.g.
a government usually leads the process, which can be formed from members of parliament e.g.
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17.988377
63.932514
59.859684
slightly fast
ʌ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt juʒʌwʌli lidz ðʌ pɹɑsɛs, wɪtʃ kæn bi fɔɹmd fɹʌm mɛmbɜ˞z ʌv pɑɹlʌmʌnt i.dʒi.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a moderate level of monotone, but her voice is clear and slightly elevated in the background.'
jenny/11095
the UK or Germany .
the uk or germany .
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17.172995
71.559067
59.558865
slightly fast
ðʌ jukeɪ ɔɹ dʒɜ˞mʌni .
very clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very clear and consistent tone, but there's some background noise that makes it sound a bit monotone.'.
jenny/11096
However, in a presidential system, the government is usually formed by an executive and his or her appointed cabinet officials e.g.
however, in a presidential system, the government is usually formed by an executive and his or her appointed cabinet officials e.g.
174.097031
17.233995
60.460098
59.546276
slightly fast
haʊɛvɜ˞, ɪn ʌ pɹɛzʌdɛnʃʌl sɪstʌm, ðʌ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt ɪz juʒʌwʌli fɔɹmd baɪ æn ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ʌnd hɪz ɔɹ hɜ˞ ʌpɔɪntɪd kæbʌnʌt ʌfɪʃʌlz i.dʒi.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's speech is very monotone, with a moderate amount of background noise, speaking quite fast.'
jenny/11097
the United States or Brazil .
the united states or brazil .
171.09874
12.754582
72.39653
59.5578
slightly fast
ðʌ junaɪtɪd steɪts ɔɹ bɹʌzɪl .
very clear
very confined sounding
very monotone
'The speech sample has a very clear and high-quality recording, but is slightly confined in its sound space due to the lack of echo.'
jenny/11099
The executive in a legal system serves as the centre of political authority of the State.
the executive in a legal system serves as the centre of political authority of the state.
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23.017374
69.319984
59.765144
slightly fast
ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ɪn ʌ liɡʌl sɪstʌm sɜ˞vz æz ðʌ sɛntɜ˞ ʌv pʌlɪtʌkʌl ʌθɔɹʌti ʌv ðʌ steɪt.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but there's a bit of background noise that makes it sound somewhat monotone.'
jenny/1109
She was standing near a doorway in the wall, under a street lamp that hardly gave any light.
she was standing near a doorway in the wall, under a street lamp that hardly gave any light.
217.568787
36.881844
66.801155
59.483173
quite fast
ʃi wɑz stændɪŋ nɪɹ ʌ dɔɹweɪ ɪn ðʌ wɔl, ʌndɜ˞ ʌ stɹit læmp ðæt hɑɹdli ɡeɪv ɛni laɪt.
slightly clear
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but there's a slight background noise that gets in the way sometimes.'
jenny/110
For the first time the magnitude of what he had undertaken came home to him.
for the first time the magnitude of what he had undertaken came home to him.
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28.249472
70.443764
58.741432
quite fast
fɔɹ ðʌ fɜ˞st taɪm ðʌ mæɡnʌtud ʌv wʌt hi hæd ʌndɜ˞teɪkʌn keɪm hoʊm tu hɪm.
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very clear, but there is some background noise that can be heard.'
jenny/11100
In a parliamentary system, as with Britain, Italy, Germany, India, and Japan, the executive is known as the cabinet, and composed of members of the legislature.
in a parliamentary system, as with britain, italy, germany, india, and japan, the executive is known as the cabinet, and composed of members of the legislature.
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18.472662
59.10833
59.792255
slightly fast
ɪn ʌ pɑɹlʌmɛntɜ˞i sɪstʌm, æz wɪð bɹɪtʌn, ɪtʌli, dʒɜ˞mʌni, ɪndiʌ, ʌnd dʒʌpæn, ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ɪz noʊn æz ðʌ kæbʌnʌt, ʌnd kʌmpoʊzd ʌv mɛmbɜ˞z ʌv ðʌ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is clear but somewhat monotone, with a hint of background noise.'
jenny/11101
The executive is led by the head of government, whose office holds power under the confidence of the legislature.
the executive is led by the head of government, whose office holds power under the confidence of the legislature.
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20.219875
60.098255
59.819496
slightly fast
ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ɪz lɛd baɪ ðʌ hɛd ʌv ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt, huz ɔfɪs hoʊldz paʊɜ˞ ʌndɜ˞ ðʌ kɑnfʌdʌns ʌv ðʌ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very quiet and monotone, with some background noise that is slightly faster than the pace of her speech.'
jenny/11102
Because popular elections appoint political parties to govern, the leader of a party can change in between elections.
because popular elections appoint political parties to govern, the leader of a party can change in between elections.
173.415741
19.391298
59.611328
59.644032
slightly fast
bɪkɔz pɑpjʌlɜ˞ ɪlɛkʃʌnz ʌpɔɪnt pʌlɪtʌkʌl pɑɹtiz tu ɡʌvɜ˞n, ðʌ lidɜ˞ ʌv ʌ pɑɹti kæn tʃeɪndʒ ɪn bɪtwin ɪlɛkʃʌnz.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech has a very good recording quality, but it is slightly noisy with some monotone pronouncements.'
jenny/11103
The head of state is apart from the executive, and symbolically enacts laws and acts as representative of the nation.
the head of state is apart from the executive, and symbolically enacts laws and acts as representative of the nation.
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17.014896
48.589619
59.841068
slightly fast
ðʌ hɛd ʌv steɪt ɪz ʌpɑɹt fɹʌm ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv, ʌnd sɪmbɑlɪkʌli ɪnækts lɔz ʌnd ækts æz ɹɛpɹʌzɛntʌtɪv ʌv ðʌ neɪʃʌn.
very noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'The speech sample is very noisy and has an extremely confined, monotonous tone.'
jenny/11104
Examples include the President of Germany , the Queen of the United Kingdom , and the President of Austria .
examples include the president of germany , the queen of the united kingdom , and the president of austria .
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14.721224
59.853874
59.756283
slightly fast
ɪɡzæmpʌlz ɪnklud ðʌ pɹɛzʌdɛnt ʌv dʒɜ˞mʌni , ðʌ kwin ʌv ðʌ junaɪtɪd kɪŋdʌm , ʌnd ðʌ pɹɛzʌdɛnt ʌv ɔstɹiʌ .
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very monotone tone in a moderately noisy environment.'
jenny/11105
The other important model is the presidential system, found in the United States and in Brazil.
the other important model is the presidential system, found in the united states and in brazil.
172.549545
18.263626
60.53701
59.473122
slightly fast
ðʌ ʌðɜ˞ ɪmpɔɹtʌnt mɑdʌl ɪz ðʌ pɹɛzʌdɛnʃʌl sɪstʌm, faʊnd ɪn ðʌ junaɪtɪd steɪts ʌnd ɪn bɹʌzɪl.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Very good recording, but there's a bit of background noise and a slightly monotonous tone.'
jenny/11106
In presidential systems, the executive acts as both head of state and head of government, and has power to appoint an unelected cabinet.
in presidential systems, the executive acts as both head of state and head of government, and has power to appoint an unelected cabinet.
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19.611458
61.186626
59.793388
slightly fast
ɪn pɹɛzʌdɛnʃʌl sɪstʌmz, ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ækts æz boʊθ hɛd ʌv steɪt ʌnd hɛd ʌv ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt, ʌnd hæz paʊɜ˞ tu ʌpɔɪnt æn ʌnɪlɛktɪd kæbʌnʌt.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample has a moderate level of ambient noise with some slight monotone delivery.'
jenny/11107
Under a presidential system, the executive branch is separate from the legislature to which it is not accountable.
under a presidential system, the executive branch is separate from the legislature to which it is not accountable.
173.838562
17.584049
62.442757
59.749157
slightly fast
ʌndɜ˞ ʌ pɹɛzʌdɛnʃʌl sɪstʌm, ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv bɹæntʃ ɪz sɛpɜ˞eɪt fɹʌm ðʌ lɛdʒʌsleɪtʃɜ˞ tu wɪtʃ ɪt ɪz nɑt ʌkaʊntʌbʌl.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample has moderate ambient sound with some slight background noise, but the tone is quite monotone.'
jenny/11108
Although the role of the executive varies from country to country, usually it will propose the majority of legislation, and propose government agenda.
although the role of the executive varies from country to country, usually it will propose the majority of legislation, and propose government agenda.
172.410889
16.858055
60.965069
59.741203
slightly fast
ɔlðoʊ ðʌ ɹoʊl ʌv ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv vɛɹiz fɹʌm kʌntɹi tu kʌntɹi, juʒʌwʌli ɪt wɪl pɹʌpoʊz ðʌ mʌdʒɔɹʌti ʌv lɛdʒʌsleɪʃʌn, ʌnd pɹʌpoʊz ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt ʌdʒɛndʌ.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Very noisy recording with moderate ambient sounds and a very slow, monotone delivery.'
jenny/11109
In presidential systems, the executive often has the power to veto legislation.
in presidential systems, the executive often has the power to veto legislation.
174.13208
19.399094
71.81076
58.715328
slightly fast
ɪn pɹɛzʌdɛnʃʌl sɪstʌmz, ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ɔfʌn hæz ðʌ paʊɜ˞ tu vitoʊ lɛdʒʌsleɪʃʌn.
very clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very clear voice, but the recording is quite clear with minimal background noise.'.
jenny/1110
She had a young face, painted very thick.
she had a young face, painted very thick.
213.730438
51.31395
70.480843
59.865208
slightly fast
ʃi hæd ʌ jʌŋ feɪs, peɪntɪd vɛɹi θɪk.
quite clear
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'Jenny speaks clearly and with a moderate tone of voice, with some slight background noise that is barely noticeable.'.
jenny/11110
Most executives in both systems are responsible for foreign relations, the military and police, and the bureaucracy.
most executives in both systems are responsible for foreign relations, the military and police, and the bureaucracy.
173.338974
19.052828
54.744987
59.70327
slightly fast
moʊst ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪvz ɪn boʊθ sɪstʌmz ɑɹ ɹispɑnsʌbʌl fɔɹ fɔɹʌn ɹileɪʃʌnz, ðʌ mɪlʌtɛɹi ʌnd pʌlis, ʌnd ðʌ bjʊɹɑkɹʌsi.
quite noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech is very noisy and has a very confined sound, but the tone is slightly monotone.'
jenny/11111
Ministers or other officials head a country's public offices, such as a foreign ministry or defence ministry.
ministers or other officials head a country's public offices, such as a foreign ministry or defence ministry.
174.32338
19.069035
58.903728
59.698399
moderate speed
mɪnʌstɜ˞z ɔɹ ʌðɜ˞ ʌfɪʃʌlz hɛd ʌ kʌntɹi'ɛs pʌblɪk ɔfʌsʌz, sʌtʃ æz ʌ fɔɹʌn mɪnʌstɹi ɔɹ dɪfɛns mɪnʌstɹi.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's voice is quite monotone and moderately loud, with some background noise and a slight degree of echo.'
jenny/11112
The election of a different executive is therefore capable of revolutionising an entire country's approach to government.
the election of a different executive is therefore capable of revolutionising an entire country's approach to government.
173.176926
19.625496
57.832092
59.674736
moderate speed
ðʌ ɪlɛkʃʌn ʌv ʌ dɪfɜ˞ʌnt ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv ɪz ðɛɹfɔɹ keɪpʌbʌl ʌv æn ɪntaɪɜ˞ kʌntɹi'ɛs ʌpɹoʊtʃ tu ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very monotone and slightly noisy, with a moderate speed of delivery.'
jenny/11113
MILITARY AND POLICE
military and police
185.806824
22.180195
69.665253
59.56752
slightly fast
mɪlʌtɛɹi ʌnd pʌlis
quite clear
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks very clearly and monotone, with minimal background noise.'
jenny/11114
While military organisations have existed as long as government itself, the idea of a standing police force is a relatively modern concept.
while military organisations have existed as long as government itself, the idea of a standing police force is a relatively modern concept.
172.104462
20.325428
61.489128
59.752296
slightly fast
waɪl mɪlʌtɛɹi ɔɹɡʌnɪzeɪʃʌnz hæv ɪɡzɪstʌd æz lɔŋ æz ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt ɪtsɛlf, ðʌ aɪdiʌ ʌv ʌ stændɪŋ pʌlis fɔɹs ɪz ʌ ɹɛlʌtɪvli mɑdɜ˞n kɑnsɛpt.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'The speech sample is very clear but has a moderate amount of ambient noise with a slightly fast pace.'
jenny/11115
For example, Medieval England's system of traveling criminal courts, or assizes, used show trials and public executions to instill communities with fear to maintain control.
for example, medieval england's system of traveling criminal courts, or assizes, used show trials and public executions to instill communities with fear to maintain control.
171.8965
17.973717
60.832645
59.71653
moderate speed
fɔɹ ɪɡzæmpʌl, mɪdivʌl ɪŋɡlʌnd'ɛs sɪstʌm ʌv tɹævʌlɪŋ kɹɪmʌnʌl kɔɹts, ɔɹ , juzd ʃoʊ tɹaɪʌlz ʌnd pʌblɪk ɛksʌkjuʃʌnz tu ɪnstɪl kʌmjunʌtiz wɪð fɪɹ tu meɪnteɪn kʌntɹoʊl.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech has a moderate level of ambient noise with a slight monotone tone.'
jenny/11117
Max Weber famously argued that the state is that which controls the monopoly on the legitimate use of force.
max weber famously argued that the state is that which controls the monopoly on the legitimate use of force.
175.493622
16.129572
55.909813
59.650459
slightly fast
mæks wɛbɜ˞ feɪmʌsli ɑɹɡjud ðæt ðʌ steɪt ɪz ðæt wɪtʃ kʌntɹoʊlz ðʌ mʌnɑpʌli ɑn ðʌ lʌdʒɪtʌmʌt jus ʌv fɔɹs.
quite noisy
very confined sounding
very monotone
'Jenny's speech is very noisy and monotone, with a hint of restricted breathing.'
jenny/11118
The military and police carry out enforcement at the request of the government or the courts.
the military and police carry out enforcement at the request of the government or the courts.
177.505264
18.555243
46.475883
59.748116
slightly fast
ðʌ mɪlʌtɛɹi ʌnd pʌlis kæɹi aʊt ɛnfɔɹsmʌnt æt ðʌ ɹɪkwɛst ʌv ðʌ ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt ɔɹ ðʌ kɔɹts.
very noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very noisy and monotone, with a hint of a fast pace, but with some reverberation.'
jenny/11119
The etymology of bureaucracy derives from the French word for office and the Ancient Greek for word power .
the etymology of bureaucracy derives from the french word for office and the ancient greek for word power .
173.489731
19.235247
57.188129
59.838936
slightly fast
ðʌ ɛtʌmɑlʌdʒi ʌv bjʊɹɑkɹʌsi dɜ˞aɪvz fɹʌm ðʌ fɹɛntʃ wɜ˞d fɔɹ ɔfɪs ʌnd ðʌ eɪntʃʌnt ɡɹik fɔɹ wɜ˞d paʊɜ˞ .
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny speaks with a very monotone tone, with some occasional slight background noise and a slightly fast pace.'.
jenny/1111
It was really the paint that appealed to me, the whiteness of it, like a mask, and the bright red lips.
it was really the paint that appealed to me, the whiteness of it, like a mask, and the bright red lips.
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43.04393
62.032478
58.974979
slightly fast
ɪt wɑz ɹɪli ðʌ peɪnt ðæt ʌpild tu mi, ðʌ waɪtnʌs ʌv ɪt, laɪk ʌ mæsk, ʌnd ðʌ bɹaɪt ɹɛd lɪps.
moderate ambient sound
very confined sounding
slightly monotone
'The speech is delivered with a moderate pace, and the tone is slightly monotone, but there's a faint sense of background noise'.
jenny/11120
Like the military and police, a legal system's government servants and bodies that make up its bureaucracy carry out the directives of the executive.
like the military and police, a legal system's government servants and bodies that make up its bureaucracy carry out the directives of the executive.
170.968597
19.16041
59.915333
59.850212
slightly fast
laɪk ðʌ mɪlʌtɛɹi ʌnd pʌlis, ʌ liɡʌl sɪstʌm'ɛs ɡʌvɜ˞mʌnt sɜ˞vʌnts ʌnd bɑdiz ðæt meɪk ʌp ɪts bjʊɹɑkɹʌsi kæɹi aʊt ðʌ daɪɹɛktɪvz ʌv ðʌ ɪɡzɛkjʌtɪv.
slightly noisy
very confined sounding
quite monotone
'Jenny's speech is very quiet, with a bit of background noise in a relatively monotone tone, speaking quite fast.'.