● A predicate-related phrase explains where, when, for whom, or in what relation the predicate applies.
● If a separate predicate is absent, a prepositional or adverbial phrase can give the complete predicate meaning.
● This complete predicate may come before the subject; it is then a fronted predicate.
● A sentence-initial prepositional phrase or adverb is not the subject. Look after it for the subject.
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Lesson Summary
Predicate-Related Phrases in Nominal Sentences
● A predicate-related phrase explains where, when, for whom, or in what relation the predicate applies.
● If a separate predicate is absent, a prepositional or adverbial phrase can give the complete predicate meaning.
● This complete predicate may come before the subject; it is then a fronted predicate.
● A sentence-initial prepositional phrase or adverb is not the subject. Look after it for the subject.