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Angliholic Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

In applause

The room is filled with men in suits and women in beautiful dresses. A winner's name is called out, and the room breaks out in applause as that person walks to the stage.

Hi,

What does "in" before "applause" in the above refer to? Thanks.
  

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'In applause' is a prepositional phrase modifying the phrasal verb 'break out'. Similarly: 'She broke out in a rash'.

— Mister Micawber

  • 'In applause' is a prepositional phrase modifying the phrasal verb 'break out'.
  • Similarly: 'She broke out in a rash'.
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'In applause' is a prepositional phrase modifying the phrasal verb 'break out'. Similarly: 'She broke out in a rash'.
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Thanks, Mister.

Then, how should I understand the meanings of "in applause" and "in a rash?" Thanks,
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I think you can figure that out: applause and a rash appeared.
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