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Semantic context improves speech intelligibility and reduces listening effort for listeners with hearing impairment

Emma HolmesBrain and Mind Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada, Correspondence[email protected]
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Paula FolkeardNational Centre for Audiology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada, and View further author information
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Ingrid S. JohnsrudeBrain and Mind Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada, ;School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Western Ontario, London, CanadaView further author information
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Susan ScollieNational Centre for Audiology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada, and ;School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Western Ontario, London, CanadaView further author information
Pages 483-492 | Received 04 Aug 2017, Accepted 18 Jan 2018, Published online: 07 Feb 2018

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