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Large Predicate

Definition: In grammar, a large predicate refers to a clause or phrase that contains the main verb and all its modifiers and complements.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. Understanding grammar is crucial to identifying large predicates.
2. The English Language Reference book explains the concept of large predicates in depth.

As a verb:

1. The professor teaches students how to recognize large predicates.
2. We should study the syntax of sentences to grasp the concept of large predicates.

As an adjective:

1. John wrote a lengthy essay that had a large predicate.
2. Her presentation included a comprehensive analysis of large predicates in various languages.

As an adverb:

1. The sentence was structurally incorrect due to an incorrectly placed large predicate.
2. He was highly praised for his ability to identify large predicates easily.

As a colloquial term:

1. Local lingo often refers to a large predicate as a chunk of grammar.
2. In casual conversations, people sometimes use the term "biggie" to describe a large predicate.

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