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Do sentences in English always have a verb?

No, sentences in English don't *always* have a verb.

Here's why:

* Imperative sentences: These are commands or requests. They often omit the subject ("you") and the verb is implied.

* Example: "Close the door." (The implied verb is "close.")

* Interjections: These are short expressions of strong emotion. They typically don't have verbs.

* Example: "Ouch!"

* Phrases: These are groups of words that function as a unit, but don't express a complete thought. They often don't have verbs.

* Example: "After the rain."

However, most English sentences do have a verb, and they are essential for conveying a complete thought. The verb expresses the action or state of being in a sentence.

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