Dependent Adverb Clause Examples

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Dependent Adverb Clause - Glossary of Terms

Dependent Adverb Clause

A dependent clause (or subordinate clause) is one that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence, because it does not express a complete thought. When the dependent clause acts as an adverb, it is known as a "dependent adverb clause".

Examples:

The otter surfaced occasionally. (adverb)

The otter surfaced when we looked the other way. (dependent adverb clause)

Interactive example:

Charlie used to run in the park. [show me the dependent adverb clause]

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