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Compound, Complex and Compound Complex Sentences Examples

The document provides examples of different types of sentences: compound sentences using coordinating conjunctions, complex sentences using subordinating conjunctions, and compound-complex sentences containing elements of both. Compound sentences join two independent clauses with conjunctions like "for", "but", and "yet". Complex sentences have one main clause and one or more dependent clauses introduced by subordinating conjunctions such as "because", "although", and "whenever". Compound-complex sentences combine these elements with both coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.

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Compound, Complex and Compound Complex Sentences Examples

The document provides examples of different types of sentences: compound sentences using coordinating conjunctions, complex sentences using subordinating conjunctions, and compound-complex sentences containing elements of both. Compound sentences join two independent clauses with conjunctions like "for", "but", and "yet". Complex sentences have one main clause and one or more dependent clauses introduced by subordinating conjunctions such as "because", "although", and "whenever". Compound-complex sentences combine these elements with both coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.

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Compound Sentences Examples:

 She did not cheat on the test, for it was the wrong thing to do.
 I really need to go to work, but I am too sick to drive.
 I am counting my calories, yet I really want dessert.
 He ran out of money, so he had to stop playing poker.
 They got there early, and they got really good seats.
 They had no ice cream left at home, nor did they have money to go to the store.
 Everyone was busy, so I went to the movie alone.
 I thought the promotion was mine, but my attendance wasn't good enough.
 Should we start class now, or wait for everyone to get here?
 It was getting dark, and we weren't near the cabin yet.
 Cats are good pets, for they are clean and are not noisy.
 We have never been to Asia, nor have we visited Africa.
 He didn't want to go to the dentist, yet he went anyway.

Complex Sentences Examples: (Subordinating Conjunction) because, therefore, however, although,


though, in addition to, etc…
 Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it in the microwave.
 Although he was wealthy, he was still unhappy.
 She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged.
 Whenever prices go up, customers buy less products.
 Because I had to catch the train, and as we were short on time, I forgot to pack my toothbrush
for our vacation.
 As she was bright and ambitious, she became a manager in no time.
 Wherever you go, you can always find beauty.
 Evergreen trees are a symbol of fertility because they do not die in the winter.
 Although it was very long, the movie was still enjoyable.
 You should take your car in for a service because it's starting to make weird noises.
 The actor was happy he got a part in a movie even though the part was small.
 After the tornado hit, there was very little left standing.
 The museum was very interesting as I expected.
 Now that he's rich and famous, people make allowances for his idiosyncrasies.
 Even though he's thoroughly trained, he still makes a lot of mistakes.
 Since winter is coming, I think I'll knit a warm sweater, because I'm always cold.
 When she was younger, she believed in fairy tales.
 I have to save this coupon in case I come back to the store tomorrow.
 Although my friends begged me, I chose not to go to the reunion.
 As genes change over time, evolution progresses.
 I really didn't like the movie even though the acting was good.
 When he got a cream-pie smashed in his face, everyone laughed.
 After being apart for years, he still had feelings for her.
Examples of Compound Complex Sentences:
 Erin loves her brother, and he loves her too because she pays his bills.
 The dog ran off when I chased him, but I didn't care.
 Though my mother says it doesn't matter, I am tall, and she is short.
 When I went to the store, my parents wanted me to pick up some milk, but I didn't have enough
money.
 Even if the child is hungry, he will never eat oatmeal, but he will always eat ice cream.
 The man was mean because he was lonely, but his attitude only made his situation worse.
 The dog needed a new leash, and he couldn't go for a walk until he had one.
 It is important to vote when the time comes, or you won't get a say in new laws.

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