What is a dangling modifier in business writing?
A dangling modifier is a phrase that doesn't clearly modify the intended word, creating confusion or unintended humor. 'Walking to the meeting, the presentation was forgotten' suggests the presentation was walking. Fix: 'Walking to the meeting, I forgot the presentation.'
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Dangling Modifier
A modifier that does not clearly attach to the word it modifies.
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