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What are the examples of single-word modifiers?

Single-word modifiers are words that modify (describe or limit) another word in a sentence. They can be adjectives, adverbs, or participles. Here are some examples:

Adjectives:

* Red car

* Beautiful sunset

* Loud music

* Old house

* Happy child

Adverbs:

* Walk quickly

* Sing loudly

* Talk softly

* Read carefully

* Arrive late

Participles:

* Smiling face

* Broken vase

* Running water

* Fallen leaves

* Forgotten memories

Examples in Sentences:

* The bright sun shone on the white snow. (Bright and white are adjectives modifying "sun" and "snow")

* He ran fast to catch the bus. (Fast is an adverb modifying "ran")

* The roaring lion frightened the timid deer. (Roaring and timid are participles modifying "lion" and "deer")

Note:

* Single-word modifiers can modify nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.

* They add detail and clarity to your writing.

* Pay attention to the position of single-word modifiers in a sentence to ensure clear meaning.

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