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🎧 Podcast 1 — Introduction

Lifelike

Adjective · /ˈlaɪf.laɪk/

Definition
Closely resembling a real person, animal, or thing; accurately representing life; so realistic as to seem alive.
Origin
From life (Old English lif — existence, living) + like (Old English gelīc — having the same form, resembling). A compound adjective meaning resembling life. Used in English from the 17th century, becoming common in artistic and technical contexts where the degree of realism is at issue.
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🎧 Podcast 2 — Daily Use

Lifelike in Conversation

Two British speakers · Real everyday dialogue

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🌟 Podcast 3 — Prompt Engineering

Lifelike — AI Prompts

5 copyable & speakable prompt cards · Google UK English voices

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