Fragment

📝 Quick Definition

An incomplete sentence missing subject or verb

📚 Detailed Explanation

A sentence fragment is a group of words that doesn't express a complete thought. It may lack a subject, a verb, or both, or it may be a dependent clause standing alone.

💡 Example

INCORRECT: Because I was late. CORRECT: Because I was late, I missed the bus.

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Some fragments are acceptable in creative writing for effect.

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📌 Notes/Source

Must have subject, verb, AND complete thought to be a sentence.