Which two of the following statements explain the expression,'Meanings are in people,not in words'?
A) Everyone tells lies.
B) People always hide their true thoughts.
C) Meanings can change from one context to another.
D) People bring their own background,experience and therefore understanding to the use of words.
E) Some words are untranslatable.

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The expression 'Meanings are in people, not in words' means that the interpretation and understanding of words depends on the individual's background, experience, and context, which is explained by statement D. Statement C further emphasizes that the meaning of words can change from one context to another. Statements A, B, and E are not related to the given expression.

Which Two of the Following Statements Explain the Expression,'Meanings Are