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How would you correct the following sentence so that intended meaning of modifier is clear Hurtling through air Christopher saw several spit wads?

The sentence "Hurtling through air Christopher saw several spit wads" is grammatically correct, but the intended meaning is unclear. Here are a few ways to correct it, depending on the intended meaning:

Option 1: Christopher is moving, and sees spit wads:

* "As Christopher hurtled through the air, he saw several spit wads." This clearly indicates that Christopher is the one moving, and the spit wads are stationary.

Option 2: The spit wads are moving, and Christopher sees them:

* "Several spit wads hurtled through the air, and Christopher saw them." This emphasizes the motion of the spit wads and makes it clear that Christopher is observing them.

Option 3: Christopher is stationary, and spit wads fly past him:

* "Christopher saw several spit wads hurtling through the air." This option suggests Christopher is standing still, and the spit wads are the objects in motion.

Option 4: Emphasize Christopher's speed:

* "Hurtling through the air at breakneck speed, Christopher caught a glimpse of several spit wads." This clarifies the action and the speed of Christopher's movement.

The best correction depends on the specific context and the meaning you want to convey.

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