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What modifies verbs adjectives and adverbs?

Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs.

Here's a breakdown:

* Verbs: Adverbs tell us *how*, *when*, *where*, *why*, or *to what extent* an action is performed.

* Example: The bird sang beautifully. (The adverb "beautifully" modifies the verb "sang".)

* Adjectives: Adverbs can describe the intensity or degree of an adjective.

* Example: The house was extremely large. (The adverb "extremely" modifies the adjective "large".)

* Other adverbs: Adverbs can modify other adverbs to provide further detail.

* Example: He ran very quickly to the store. (The adverb "very" modifies the adverb "quickly".)

Remember: Adverbs are often, but not always, formed by adding "-ly" to an adjective. However, there are many adverbs that don't end in "-ly" (e.g., very, never, always).

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