What is an ing fragment?

An "ing" fragment is a type of sentence fragment. It's a group of words that looks like a sentence but lacks a subject or a complete verb. It often starts with a word ending in "-ing" (like "walking," "running," "eating").

Here's a breakdown:

* Sentence: A complete thought that contains a subject (who or what is doing the action) and a verb (the action itself).

* Fragment: An incomplete thought that is missing a subject or a verb.

Example of an "ing" fragment:

* Walking down the street. (Missing subject: who is walking?)

How to fix an "ing" fragment:

* Add a subject: "The dog walking down the street."

* Change it to a complete sentence: "The dog was walking down the street."

Why are "ing" fragments a problem?

* They can be confusing: Readers may have to guess what the missing information is.

* They can make your writing sound choppy and unprofessional.

Tips to avoid "ing" fragments:

* Double-check your sentences for subjects and verbs.

* Be aware of words ending in "-ing," as they often signal a fragment.

* Read your writing aloud to see if it sounds complete.