1. victo

    victo Active Member

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    predicative positions

    Discussion in 'Word Mechanics' started by victo, Jun 30, 2015.

    Would the following boldfaced phrases get hyphens in their predicative positions after the to-be verbs--yes or no?

    The technology incorporated in this new facility is state-of-the-art.

    They may invent a new website or gadget that is cutting-edge. / The invention is cutting-edge.

    "The quiz is multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank," Andy said.

    Thank you.
     
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    Stacy C Banned

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    All correct in my lexicon.
     
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    See this thread.
     
  4. victo

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    Yeah, I think in these particular instances, the hyphens hold the phrases together nicely and facilitate an easy read.
     

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