sen
tence
Plural
sentences
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a group of words that forms a statement, question, exclamation, or instruction, usually containing a verb
A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought, idea, or statement. It typically contains a subject, which indicates who or what the sentence is about, and a verb, which shows the action or state of being. For example, in the sentence "The dog barks," "The dog" is the subject, and "barks" is the verb. Sentences can be simple, containing just one independent clause, or complex, consisting of multiple clauses combined together. They can also vary in length and structure, and they often convey information, ask questions, give commands, or express emotions. Proper punctuation is essential in sentences to clarify meaning and enhance readability.
- Can you construct a sentence using the words provided in the vocabulary list?
- In English grammar, every sentence should have a subject and a predicate.
- She wrote a long sentence in her essay.
- The teacher asked us to underline the verb in each sentence.
- To improve your English, try to practice writing a sentence each day.
2
the punishment that the court assigned for a guilty person
- The judge handed down a life sentence for the crime.
- The court reduced her sentence due to good behavior.
- His lawyer appealed the harsh sentence.
- The jury’s verdict led to a severe sentence.
- He received a ten-year sentence for robbery.
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