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When can you use with at the end of a sentence?

You can use "with" at the end of a sentence in a few different scenarios:

1. Prepositional Phrases:

* When "with" is part of a prepositional phrase that modifies the subject or object of the sentence:

* "I went to the store with my friend."

* "She painted the room with a bright blue paint."

* "The children played happily with their toys."

2. Participial Phrases:

* When "with" is part of a participial phrase that modifies the subject or object of the sentence:

* "The boy sat with his head in his hands."

* "The dog ran with its tail wagging."

* "She smiled with tears in her eyes."

3. Adverbial Phrases:

* When "with" is part of an adverbial phrase that modifies the verb of the sentence:

* "He walked with a limp."

* "She sang with gusto."

* "The car sped away with a roar."

4. Formal or Literary Style:

* In formal or literary writing, "with" can sometimes be used at the end of a sentence for stylistic effect or emphasis:

* "The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in vibrant hues with a final burst of light."

Important Note: While grammatically correct, ending a sentence with "with" can sometimes sound clunky or awkward. It's usually a good idea to consider other prepositional phrases or sentence structures to achieve a more natural and elegant flow.

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