periphrastical Synonyms

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periphrastical Meaning

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periphrastical (a.)

Expressing, or expressed, in more words than are necessary; characterized by periphrase; circumlocutory.

periphrastical Sentence Examples

  1. The periphrastical construction "have to" expresses obligation.
  2. The periphrastical verb "used to" indicates habitual actions in the past.
  3. The periphrastical expression "be able to" denotes capability or possibility.
  4. The periphrastical structure "be going to" signifies future intention.
  5. English periphrastical constructions are often formed with modal verbs.
  6. Periphrastical constructions provide flexibility and expressiveness in language.
  7. The periphrastical expression "would rather" conveys preference.
  8. Periphrastical constructions are used to form progressive, perfect, and passive tenses.
  9. The periphrastical verb "have got" can replace "have" in certain contexts.
  10. Periphrastical constructions are often employed for emphasis or politeness.

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Expressing, or expressed, in more words than are necessary; characterized by periphrase; circumlocutory.

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The periphrastical construction "have to" expresses obligation.

The periphrastical verb "used to" indicates habitual actions in the past.

The periphrastical expression "be able to" denotes capability or possibility.

The periphrastical structure "be going to" signifies future intention.