phrases
what is this phrase
Running quickly, the boy caught up with the dog.
participial phrase
what clause is they're cleaner than dogs
John likes cats because they're cleaner than dogs.
What is the definition of bonal
unoriginal or boring
Give an example of a noun
person place thing or idea
what is this phrase
Along the way to my friend’s house, I saw several lilac bushes in bloom.
prepositional phrase
The robber who broke into Joe's bodega is in court today.
adjective clause
What is the definition of circumvent
to overcome
Give an example of a verb
a action word such as talking,running, and jumping
what is this phrase
Panting heavily, Mark was first place in the running marathon
introductory phrase
what is this clause
What John wrote surprised his family.
noun clause
What is the definition of bolster
strengthen or support
a word that describes a noun such as
The small table
what is this phrase
to get to the meeting, Josh had to take the shortcut
infinitive phrase
what is this clause
Since I returned from vacation, I was able to see my dog again.
adverb clause
What is the definition of credulity
too trusting
Give an example of a adverb
a word that describes a verb such as
The kid angrily stomped up the stairs
what is this phrase
A talented chef, Gordon got his first Michelin star
appositive phrase
What is this clause
John likes cats
independent clause
What is the definition of apt
to the point and direct but in a appropriate way
Give an example of a conjunction
words that connect sentences such as
and,or,because