full sentence

American

noun

Grammar.

any sentence the form of which exemplifies the most frequently used structural pattern of a particular language, as, in English, any sentence that contains a subject and a predicate; a sentence from which elliptical sentences may be derived by grammatical transformations.

Example Sentences

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The clip, circulating on Instagram, shows Wallace introducing Biden, and the president then appears to fumble in his response, failing to complete his thoughts and a full sentence.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 11, 2023

"If you were able to sign a full sentence to someone, they can't get that wrong. A deaf person will fully understand what you're telling them with sign."

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2023

Most felons in Florida regain voting rights after completing their full sentence, including parole or probation, and paying all fines and fees.

From New York Times • Jun. 20, 2023

Mr. Cotton said he wants to reverse part of the law by ensuring that carjacking offenders serve their full sentence without time off for good behavior.

From Washington Times • May 5, 2023

This time Marigold managed to get out a full sentence.

From "A Tangle of Knots" by Lisa Graff

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