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What are examples of single-word modifier?

A single-word modifier is a word that describes or modifies another word in a sentence. It can be an adjective, an adverb, or a participle. Here are some examples:

Adjectives:

* Red car

* Beautiful sunset

* Fast runner

* Happy child

* Difficult problem

Adverbs:

* Slowly walked

* Loudly shouted

* Quickly ran

* Happily played

* Carefully listened

Participles:

* Broken window

* Smiling face

* Fallen leaves

* Rushing river

* Burning fire

Here are some more examples of single-word modifiers in context:

* "The tall man walked quickly down the street." (Tall modifies "man," quickly modifies "walked")

* "The shining sun warmed the cold ground." (Shining modifies "sun," cold modifies "ground")

* "The angry dog loudly barked." (Angry modifies "dog," loudly modifies "barked")

Remember, a single-word modifier must be placed next to the word it is modifying to make the meaning clear.

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