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Apart Predicate

Definition:

The term 'apart predicate' refers to a grammatical construct in which the subject and predicate of a sentence are separated, either by intervening words or other sentence elements. It is commonly used to highlight or emphasize the predicate in a sentence.

Examples:

1. Natalie ran swiftly through the park.
   In this sentence, the apart predicate "ran swiftly" is separated from the subject "Natalie" by the word "through."
2. The cat pounced unpredictably on the toy.
   Here, the apart predicate "pounced unpredictably" is separated from the subject "the cat" by the prepositional phrase "on the toy."
3. The professor, known for his expertise, delivered an engaging lecture.
   In this example, the apart predicate "known for his expertise" is separated from the subject "the professor" by the appositive phrase "known for his expertise."

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