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Definitions from the WebInsubordinate ClauseDescriptionAn insubordinate clause, also known as a subordinate clause, is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence and functions as a dependent clause within a larger sentence. Senses and UsagesSense 1: GrammarIn grammar, an insubordinate clause acts as a subordinate part of a sentence, providing additional information or expressing relationships between ideas. It typically begins with a subordinating conjunction and cannot function independently as a sentence. Example: "Although I studied hard" Sense 2: LinguisticsIn linguistics, an insubordinate clause pertains to a clause that cannot be embedded or inserted into other clauses. It stands on its own and cannot function as a constituent within a larger syntactic structure. Example: "He arrived [when the party had already ended]." Related Products on Amazon | ||||
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