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Appositive Phrases

Description:

An appositive phrase is a grammatical construction in which a noun or pronoun is placed next to another noun or pronoun to provide additional information or clarification. It functions as a modifier in a sentence, typically by renaming or explaining the preceding noun.

Senses:

1. Grammatical Sense: An appositive phrase is a linguistic feature used in sentence structure.

Usages:

Appositive phrases can be useful in various ways in both written and spoken language. Here are a few common usages:

1. Renaming Appositive:

An appositive phrase can rename a noun, providing an alternative name or title for it.

Example sentence: My friend Alice, a talented painter, has her artwork displayed in galleries.

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2. Explanatory Appositive:

An appositive phrase can explain or specify the preceding noun, providing additional details about it.

Example sentence: The capital of France, Paris, is known as the City of Love.

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References:

• Grammar Monster: Appositive Phrases
• ThoughtCo: Understanding Appositive Phrases