Stretched Verb Constructions in English

By D.J. Allerton

Book Overview

This book investigates the use of constructions such as 'make an accusation against' or 'give one's approval of' which can be seen as 'stretched' versions of simple verbs such as 'accuse' or 'approve of'.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415862892
• ISBN13: 9780415862899
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"