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An {{tag|adverb}} modifies a {{tag|verb}}. | An {{tag|adverb}} modifies a {{tag|verb}}. Most adverbs end in ~ly, but not all do: “now”, “later”, “still” “again” “moreover”, “further”, “also”, “besides”, “too” can all function as adverbs and you can of course create [[adverbial phrases]] like “on top of”, “over and above”, “into the bargain”, “by the same token” and so tiresomely on. | ||
Adverbs are not welcome in legal writing, or any other literature that aspires to wit or elegance. If you find yourself resorting to an [[adverb]], always look first for a better {{tag|verb}}. | |||
“Jane '''hit the ball firmly''' through the covers and '''ran quickly''' to the non-striker’s end.” | “Jane '''hit the ball firmly''' through the covers and '''ran quickly''' to the non-striker’s end.” |