The mystery of ‘it’ in English. The most dramatic moments in grammar history. Ghost Town Mad, the song
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This chapter delves into the unique function of the word 'it' as a placeholder in English sentences, exemplifying its use in constructions like 'it rains.' The discussion compares this grammatical feature with similar patterns in other languages, emphasizing how English employs 'it' as an expletive subject.
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