How do you make a sentence better?
Lesson Summary
- Ensure the information within the sentence is clear.
- Make sure to use transitional words.
- Use care with subordinate clauses.
- Use active voice.
- Use active verbs.
- Follow grammar rules.
How do I start a sentence?
Creative Sentence Structures
- Begin with a verb ending with -ing.
- Begin with a verb ending with -ed.
- Begin with a prepositional phrase.
- Begin with an adverb.
- Begin with an adjective.
- Begin with a phrase that tells when.
- Begin with a phrase that tells where.
- Begin with a sound word.
How do you start an introduction sentence?
Introductions
- Attract the Reader’s Attention. Begin your introduction with a “hook” that grabs your reader’s attention and introduces the general topic.
- State Your Focused Topic. After your “hook”, write a sentence or two about the specific focus of your paper.
- State your Thesis. Finally, include your thesis statement.
What is a sentence for despite?
1 Despite everything, she bore her former boss no animosity. 2 Despite the bad weather, we enjoyed ourselves. 3 Despite my repeated assurances, Rob still looked very nervous. 4 I still enjoyed the week despite the weather.
Can I use despite in the middle of a sentence?
We use ‘despite’ or ‘in spite of’ before a noun or a gerund. It can also go in the middle or at the beginning of a sentence. ‘Despite’ and ‘in spite of’ mean exactly the same thing. You can choose whichever one you like!
How do you use inspite of and despite in a sentence?
In spite of and despite
- He got the job in spite of his prison record.
- John’s company is doing extremely well despite the recession.
- He was very fast in spite of being terribly overweight.
- They arrived late despite leaving in plenty of time.