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What is an imperative sense?

The term "imperative sense" is not a standard grammatical term. It's possible that you're referring to one of the following concepts:

1. Imperative Mood: This is a grammatical mood that expresses a command, request, or instruction. It's often characterized by the use of the base form of a verb (e.g., "Go!", "Eat your vegetables!").

2. Imperative Sentence: A sentence that expresses a command, request, or instruction. It typically begins with the verb and is often followed by the object of the command. For example:

* Close the door.

* Please pass the salt.

* Don't forget your umbrella.

3. Imperative Meaning: This refers to the sense of urgency or necessity conveyed by a particular statement, even if it's not grammatically in the imperative mood. For example:

* You need to finish this project by tomorrow. (While not grammatically imperative, it expresses a strong sense of urgency)

* It is crucial that you attend the meeting. (Again, not grammatically imperative, but conveys the importance of the action)

Could you provide some context or the specific sentence/phrase you are referring to? Knowing more about what you mean by "imperative sense" will help me give you a more precise answer.

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