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An {{tag|adverb}} modifies a {{tag|verb}}. It is not welcome in legal writing, or indeed in any literature that aspires to wit or elegance. If you find yourself resorting to an adverb, always look first for a better {{tag|verb}}. | An {{tag|adverb}} modifies a {{tag|verb}}. It is not welcome in legal writing, or indeed in any 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 '''smoked''' the ball through the covers and '''galloped''' to the non-striker’s end.” | |||
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