Here are some common correlative conjunctions:
Equality:
* both...and: *Both the dog and the cat were hungry.*
* not only...but also: *He was not only tired but also hungry.*
Contrast:
* either...or: *You can either have cake or ice cream.*
* neither...nor: *Neither the dog nor the cat was allowed inside.*
* whether...or: *Whether you go or stay, it's your choice.*
Choice:
* not...but: *Not the cat, but the dog, ate the food.*
Important Notes:
* Correlative conjunctions always come in pairs.
* The items connected by correlative conjunctions should be grammatically parallel. This means they should have the same grammatical structure. For example, if you use a noun phrase after the first conjunction, you should use a noun phrase after the second conjunction.
* Correlative conjunctions can be used to connect words, phrases, or clauses.
Examples:
* Words: *Both the red and the blue shirts were on sale.*
* Phrases: *She was not only tired but also extremely hungry.*
* Clauses: *Either we go to the beach, or we stay home and watch a movie.*
Understanding correlative conjunctions can help you write more precise and elegant sentences.