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An essential, or restrictive clause, is one that cannot be removed from a sentence without changing the meaning of the sentence. | An essential, or restrictive clause, is one that cannot be removed from a sentence without changing the meaning of the sentence. | ||
Ex. ''Swimmers who practice'' everyday win | Ex. ''Swimmers who practice'' everyday win at the competition. | ||
Nonessential, or nonrestrictive clauses may be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence. | Nonessential, or nonrestrictive clauses may be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence. | ||