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Participial Verb

Description:

A participial verb, also known as a verb in the participial form, is a verb that functions as an adjective and is derived from a verb's past participle or present participle forms. It is commonly used to modify a noun or pronoun in a sentence.

Sample Sentences:

1. The frozen lake provided an enticing surface for ice skating. (Ice skates)
2. The broken vase lay in pieces on the floor. (Vase)
3. The exhausted runner collapsed at the finish line. (Running shoes)
4. After a long day at work, she sat in her comfortable chair and relaxed. (Chair)
5. The surprising news left her speechless. (News)

Note: The words in italics (e.g., enticing, broken, exhausted, comfortable, surprising) represent the participial verbs.