January 2011
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Verb Phrases
Definition:(1) In traditional grammar, a word group that includes a verb and its auxiliaries. (2) In generative grammar, a predicate: that is, a lexical verb and all the words governed by that verb except a subject. Examples and Observations: “V[erb] P[hrase]s can be identified by . . . substitution procedures. Consider the sentence Lou cried, where criedconstitutes the VP. Among many others, the following… Continue reading
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Modifier
Definition:A word, phrase, or clause that functions as an adjective or adverb to limit or qualify the meaning of another word or word group (called the head). Modifiers that appear before the head are called premodifiers. Modifiers that appear after the head are called postmodifiers. Examples: “Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.” (Humphrey Bogart as Rick in Casablanca, 1942) “As… Continue reading
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Complements
Complements are words that come after linking verbs and modify nouns. The most common noun complements are adjectives and nouns, but can be many other parts of speech as well. TestMagic uses the term noun complement more liberally than do some other grammar resources; doing so will make grammar explanations for tests much, much easier and faster. Examples… Continue reading
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Verb
Definition of verb: one of the major grammatical groups, and all sentences must contain one. Verbs refer to anaction (do, break, walk, etc.) or a state (be, like, own). The verb tense shows the time of the action or state. Aspect shows whether the action or state is completed or not. Voice is used to show relationships between the action and… Continue reading
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Subject
Definition of subject:The part of a sentence or clause that commonly indicates (a) what it is about, or (b) who or what performs the action (that is, the agent). The subject is typically a noun, noun phrase, or pronoun. In a declarative sentence, the subject usually appears before the verb (“Gus never smiles”). In an interrogative sentence, the subject usually follows the first part… Continue reading
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Yoga 101 : The Basics Everyone Needs to Know
There are some basic issues that every yoga practitioner needs to know and implement. So here is a simple list of the most frequently asked questions regarding yoga. Where should I do yoga? Practice in a clean, quiet, well-ventilated, and peaceful place. A sticky mat, carpet, or any other soft but non-skid surface would do.… Continue reading
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How to Integrate Yoga into Our Life Style
“To know the truth we have to deepen ourselves and not merely widen the surface” – Sarvepatti Radhakrishnan Don’t be fooled by the title. It is not as philosophical as it sounds. Yes, lately I’ve been doing yoga. And it really works for me, to relieve stress and get fit. These are what I’ve been… Continue reading
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Health Benefits of Pomegranate
Pomegranate? Our great great great grandparents knew it for its health-boosting effects. You might not know that products from all parts of the pomegranate tree (fruit, bark, flowers, roots, and leaves) are usable to treat medical conditions. A wide range of human races‘ ailments and illnesses are curable with the help of this wonderful fruit.… Continue reading
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A Bitter Sweet Confession: On Shifting to Healthy Life Styles
Long before I moved to Jakarta, no one would think I lived a healthy life. For months, I spent my waking hours blogging, staring at computer screen, forgetting to lift my heavily cramped butt off the chair (so cramped I couldn’t feel it). To make things even worse, I hardly ever worked out. I stayed… Continue reading
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