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Explore the complexities of English grammar with Stretched Verb Constructions in English, part of the Routledge Studies in Germanic Linguistics series. This academic text examines how simple verbs transform into expanded phrases, such as changing 'accuse' into 'make an accusation against' or 'approve of' into 'give one's approval for'. This book provides a detailed investigation into the linguistic nature of these stretched constructions. It addresses fundamental questions regarding the different types of stretched verbs and the specific grammatical connections that define them. Readers will gain insights into the lexical limits of these structures and their precise semantic value. Designed for students and professionals in language study and reference, this work offers a deep dive into how these constructions function within the English language. It is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the structural and semantic nuances of Germanic linguistics.

Key Features

Investigates the linguistic nature of stretched verb constructions in English.

Analyzes the differences between simple verbs and their expanded counterparts.

Explores the various types of stretched verbs and their grammatical connections.

Examines the lexical limits and semantic values of these specific constructions.

Part of the authoritative Routledge Studies in Germanic Linguistics series.

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13 December 2001
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