Hi, is it a common practice to front an adjective or adverb in front of a clause?
eg,
Affronted, he went out the door, slamming it after him. Confused, he waited the other guy to finish asking the question so he could ask his. Carefully, he took ahold of the vase and put it on the mantel.
Top answer
Yes, particularly as an element of style in written English.
— Mister Micawber
Yes, particularly as an element of style in written English.
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