Definition of Subjunctive
an action verb form that explains a desire or want to do something
Examples of Subjunctive in a sentence
Once the student found the subjunctive verb in the sentence, he was able to find the direct object.
Usually the subjunctive clause canβt stand alone so there must be an independent clause attached to it in order to be a complete sentence.
In order for her story to show the girlβs wish in life, she used several subjunctive verbs in her sentences.
In the sentence βI prefer to take Fridays off if I can,β the subjunctive verb is prefer.
While studying French, I learned to use subjunctive mood when I wanted to issue commands.
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