Online Etymology Dictionary. Punctuation and Capitalization Rules. Writing. Parallel Structure. Summary: This handout describes and provides examples of parallel structure (similar patterns of words).
Contributors:Dana Lynn DriscollLast Edited: 2013-03-22 09:01:32 Parallel structure means using the same pattern of words to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. This can happen at the word, phrase, or clause level. The usual way to join parallel structures is with the use of coordinating conjunctions such as "and" or "or. " Learning English - Grammar, Vocabulary & Pronunciation. Story Structure 101 - The Index Card Method.
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