WHEN we were children and just beginning to learn English grammar, many of us were taken aback by the strange failure of some verbs to work in certain sentence constructions. For instance, perhaps ...

Abstract: A method exists for detecting ambiguous expressions in requirements specifications using a dictionary focused on transitive verbs and their objects. This dictionary is constructed by ...

Ever had one of those days when you're just, like, 'F%#K!!!'? The word that has become part of most Americans' vocabulary is popping up in contexts where swearing used to be verboten. That includes ...

Focuses on understanding verbs, explaining their two main categories: action verbs and state of being verbs. It distinguishes between transitive and intransitive verbs based on whether they have a ...

Nama, a Papuan language spoken in southern New Guinea, indexes the person and number of the A argument of a transitive verb with a suffix, and the P argument with a prefix. For a large subset of ...

Creating a standout resume and cover letter is essential for ambitious job seekers aiming for career advancement. Power verbs help resumes stand out to readers by delivering a clear message about your ...

It is the new year, and the birth of a new generation! 2025 sees the start of Generation Beta, the cohort comprising individuals born between 2025 and 2039. Generations are typically defined as groups ...

What's the difference between 'drawing from' and 'citing' an example? Learn that and more with Phil. For more great language tips visit bbclearningenglish.com Show more Examples are versions of ...

Examples are versions of something that are typical and can help us understand something. There are some words that we often use with 'example'. These are called collocations. Learn some of the verbs ...