An appositive phrase consists of words that describes or renames the noun beside it. In the given sentence above, the appositive phrase is the new secretary of the club. This appositive phrase renames the noun beside it which is Grady.
Postponing the Games until 2021 risks scheduling clashes with the world championship events of two of the biggest Olympic sports, track and field and swimming. Though officials did not specify new dates for the Tokyo Games, they were originally planned for July 24 to Aug. 9, so a shift of exactly 12 months would create certain conflict, absent more maneuvering.
A statement that takes a clear stand on an issue
When you 'claim' inside a essay, you are stating your opinion and stance on the issue
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