Non-restrictive Clause
A non-restrictive clause is one that does not identify
the word it modifies, i.e., it is just additional information and is usually
offset with commas. (Brackets and
dashes can be used too.)
Examples:
 I went to
Reading with John Baker, who lives next door. (additional
info)
  
non-restrictive clause (comma required)
I went to
Reading with the man who lives next door. (identifies
the man)
restrictive clause (no commas)
Interactive example:
| Betty,
who is still on the ferry,
will arrive before 4 o'clock. [show
me the non-restrictive
clause] |
See also:
Glossary of grammatical terms
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