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ndlr

"ndlr" stands for "note de la rédaction," meaning "editor's note" in English.

In a sentence

Elle a dit qu'elle n'avait pas vu le film (ndlr : le dernier film de Todd).
She said she hadn't seen the movie (editor's note: Todd's latest film).
In this sentence, 'ndlr' is used as an editor's note to provide additional information about the mentioned movie, clarifying its context.
Le rapport mentionne une erreur de calcul (ndlr : une erreur humaine).
The report mentions a calculation error (editor's note: a human error).
Here, 'ndlr' serves to clarify what is meant by 'calculation error,' suggesting the editor's interpretation.
Ils parlent souvent de ce lieu (ndlr : un café très populaire dans leur quartier).
They often talk about this place (editor's note: a very popular café in their neighborhood).
In this instance, 'ndlr' offers an explanatory note regarding what 'this place' refers to, enhancing comprehension.

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