What does pied-piping mean?
Pied-piping means (linguistics) A phenomenon of syntax whereby a focused expression takes an entire encompassing phrase with it when it is "moved"..
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(linguistics) A phenomenon of syntax whereby a focused expression takes an entire encompassing phrase with it when it is "moved"..
Use pied-piping when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Pied-piping means (linguistics) A phenomenon of syntax whereby a focused expression takes an entire encompassing phrase with it when it is "moved"..
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