Sentence Interrupters

Closers can bring a sense of completion or emphasis to a sentence or paragraph.

Closers

Interrupters: Words, phrases, or clauses that interrupt the flow of a sentence but are not essential to the sentence's meaning.

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Interrupters and closers

Examples

Interrupters

1. My friend, who is always late, finally arrived at the party.

   • "who is always late" interrupts the flow of the sentence.

2. The weather, surprisingly, turned sunny after the storm.

   • "surprisingly" interrupts the flow of the sentence.

3. Jane, without a doubt, is the best student in the class.

   • "without a doubt" interrupts the flow of the sentence.

Examples- Closers

1. After a long day at work, all I wanted to do was relax on the couch.

   • "relax on the couch" brings closure to the sentence, indicating the speaker's desire after a long day.

2. The team worked hard all season, and their efforts paid off with a championship win.

   • "with a championship win" serves as a closer, summarizing the outcome of the team's hard work.

3. In conclusion, it's essential to prioritize self-care in our daily lives.

   • "In conclusion" signals the end of the discussion, providing a final thought on the importance of self-care.