Noun phrases: Pre-modifications

 

 Guidance will be given to enable you to (a) clearly see the linguistic structures of the following expressions; and (b) readily produce expressions with such structures.

To ensure your success, adequate examples will be further provided with clear explanation.

 

      • Pre-modifications1a convincing argument
      • the reigning champion
      • unwavering support/ determination
      • a worrying development
      • All her friends could hear wedding bells.  
      • a confiding relationship
      • an accusing look/ finger/ tone
      • There is a yearning look in his eyes.
      • It was the most agonising decision of her life.
      • He greeted me with a very reassuring expression.
      • The offending driver will receive a large fine.
      • There is a growing consensus of opinion on this issue.
      • They lost track of each other in the ensuing years.
      • They stayed in adjoining rooms (in the hotel).
      • She has the daunting task of cooking for 20 people every day.

 

 

      • Pre-modifications2an unexpected meeting
      • a carefully worded speech
      • an uninvited visitor
      • your lawfully wedded wife
      • an undeserved punishment
      • a highly esteemed scientist
      • dilated pupils/ blood vessels
      • a well-timed intervention
      • These were difficult and unsettled times.
      • The devastated island of Leyte was still desperate for help several days after super-typhoon Haiyan (海燕) had left.
      • a well-read lady
      • a constricted vision of the world
      • her most cherished possession
      • It is a contorted version of the truth.
      • a well-matched couple
      • a well-thumbed Bible
      • ICAC officers have unrestricted access to files, including confidential ones.
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