We have already learned that intransitive verbs do not take objects. Examples are: sleep, sit, rest, weep, laugh, cry etc. She is weeping. The child… Continue reading
Copular or linking verbs
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State verbs and action verbs
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There are mainly two types of verbs: action verbs and state verbs. Action verbs refer to an action. Examples are: write, work, break, kick, cook,… Continue reading
That instead of when and where
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After common nouns referring to time, we often replace when with that. In some cases, the relative pronoun/adverb is dropped. You may come any time… Continue reading
Reduced relative clauses
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A relative clause is a type of subordinate clause introduced by a relative pronoun. What is the name of that boy who just walked in?… Continue reading
Common prepositional phrases
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Prepositional phrases begin with a preposition. Here is a list of some common prepositional phrases. Note that this is not a comprehensive list. At At… Continue reading