English Grammar and Literary Devices

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Gerund

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A gerund is a verb that ends in -ing and works like a noun.

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Infinitive

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An infinitive is a verb, often preceded by 'to', and can be used as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Alliteration

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Alliteration is when multiple words begin with the same consonant sound.

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Appositive

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An appositive is a noun or phrase that renames or adds additional information about a noun next to it.