Syntax (n)
sin-taks
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
The basis of all good written works.
Example sentences
“His syntax is awful, it sounds like Yoda has been on the champagne again.”
“I’d love to be an author, it’s just a pity my syntax is so stilted.”
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