Verb:
* Definition: A verb is a word that describes an action, state of being, or occurrence. It's the core of a sentence, telling us *what* is happening.
* Examples: *run*, *eat*, *sleep*, *be*, *have*, *become*
Phrase:
* Definition: A phrase is a group of related words that functions as a single unit within a sentence. It does not contain a subject and a verb on its own.
* Types of Phrases: There are many different types of phrases, including:
* Verb Phrase: A group of words that acts as the verb in a sentence. Example: *is running*, *has been eating*, *will become*
* Noun Phrase: A group of words that functions as a noun. Example: *the red car*, *my best friend*, *a beautiful sunset*
* Adjective Phrase: A group of words that functions as an adjective. Example: *very happy*, *extremely talented*, *full of excitement*
* Adverb Phrase: A group of words that functions as an adverb. Example: *in the morning*, *very quickly*, *with great care*
Key Difference:
* Verb: A single word that expresses action or state of being.
* Phrase: A group of words that functions as a single unit within a sentence, but *doesn't* contain a subject and verb on its own.
Example:
* Sentence: The dog *is running* through the park.
* Verb: *is running* (verb phrase)
* Phrase: *through the park* (prepositional phrase)
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