Exposition can be seen in music, films, television shows, plays, and written text. It is the writer’s opportunity to give background information to the reader or listener about the setting, establish the theme and introduce the characters. In music, the exposition is the first part in the sonata form which introduces the themes used in the composition or […]
Examples of Double Negatives
Double negatives are two negative words used in the same sentence. Using two negatives turns the thought or sentence into a positive one. Double negatives are not encouraged in English because they are poor grammar and they can be confusing; but, they are sometimes used in song lyrics and informal speech. Double Negative Examples That won’t do […]
Examples of Diffusion
Diffusion is the spreading of something more widely. This can apply to molecules, atoms, ions, particles, information or cultural elements. Sometimes diffusion happens on its own and sometimes there is something that causes it, like heat or agitation. Common Examples of Diffusion You can smell perfume because it diffuses into the air and makes its way […]
Examples of Dictatorship
A dictatorship is an authoritarian or autocratic type of office or government where there is absolute control of one person. In other words, the dictator has total power and rules everything. Well-Known Dictatorships Here are examples of dictatorships with the dictator, his country, and time of rule. European Dictators Vlad III – Wallachia – 1456 […]
Examples of Dependent Clauses
A dependent clause is a group of words with a subject and a verb. It does not express a complete thought so it is not a sentence and can’t stand alone. These clauses include adverb clauses, adjective clauses and noun clauses. Adverb Clauses Adverb clauses modify verbs and begin with subordinating conjunctions. Here are examples of dependent clauses that are adverb […]
Examples of Density
Density is the amount of something in a fixed measurement, such as population per square mile, grams (g) per milliliter (ml), or grams per cubic centimeter. Density Examples Oil and water – In an oil spill in the ocean, the oil rises to the top because it is less dense than water. A Styrofoam cup is […]
Examples of Denotation
Denotation is the act of using a symbol or a special word to signify an explicit meaning or set of meanings. The particular meaning of a symbol or a word is its denotation. Denotation Symbol Examples ! – exclamation point . – period “ ” – quotation @ – at # – number ( ) – […]
Examples of Dangling Modifiers
A modifier does exactly what it sounds like: it changes, alters, limits, or adds more info to something else in the sentence. A modifier is considered dangling when the sentence isn’t clear about what is being modified. For example, “The big” doesn’t make sense without telling what is big which leaves “big” as a dangling modifier; but, “the big dog” is […]
Examples of Current Liabilities
A liability is a debt, obligation or responsibility by an individual or company. Current liabilities are debts that are due within 12 months or the yearly portion of a long term debt. Current Liabilities for Companies Accounts payable – This is money owed to suppliers. Accrued expenses – These are monies due to a third […]
Examples of Culture
Culture can be viewed as the customs, arts and social interactions of a particular nation, people, or other social group. It can also be defined as an appreciation of the arts and human intellectual achievement. In both views of culture, examples can provide a good way to get a quick understanding of culture. Identifying the Cultures […]