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A dangling modifier is a phrase that doesn't modify the noun that's near it. The sentence is left with ambiguity that is often humorous.
Examples: Turning the corner, a beautiful school building appeared. At the age of 8 my family decided to buy a dog. I saw the garden peaking through the window. Leaping to the saddle, his horse bolted. Being in a dilapidated condition I was able to buy the house at a low price. Roaring down the track at 70 mph, the stalled car was smashed by the train.
You may know from context what the modifying phrases actually modify, but the sentence structure leaves the connection unclear and open to ridiculous interpretation.
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How many syllables does dangled have?
Dangled has two syllables: dang/led
How do you use dangle in a sentence?
The unplugged cord of the toaster DANGLED from the counter top.
Is dangled a compound word?
no
What is a sentence using the word dangled?
The winner of the race resorted to the most obvious but overlooked solution, a carrot dangled in front of the stubborn beast.
What is a definition of dangled?
To be suspended and sway to and fro.
What is a awkward modifier?
An awkward modifier is a modifier that interrupts the flow of the sentence. =] A modifier that interrupts the flow of the sentence
Was it the Hotel Adlon where Michael Jackson dangled his baby from the balcony?
Yes it was.
What did the vikings call magnets?
As a compass. They dangled the metallic stone from a string, knowing it would point north.
A limiting modifier is what?
APEX A limiting modifier is a modifier that limits the meaning of another word in the sentence
What modifier is used if a patient underwent a bilateral tympanoplasty?
modifier -51
What does dangled like a spider means?
it means you move over hanging and swinging
What is a tc modifier?
A technical component modifier.
