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Bushed Predicate

Definition

A "bushed predicate" is a linguistic term used in formal grammar to describe a type of predicate that lacks overt subjects. It occurs in sentences where the subject is already understood or implied.

Sample Sentences

As a Verb Phrase:

"Gave up" in the following sentence is an example of a bushed predicate:

She gave up her seat.

As an Adjective Phrase:

In the sentence below, "tired" is a bushed predicate describing the subject "I":

I'm tired.

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