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One-word adverbs of manner can sometimes go between the subject and the verb (This rarely applies to adverbial phrases) If we wish to emphasize the subject of the verb, we can say Gillian angrily slammed the door behind her (i e Gillian was angry when she slammed the door)
Adverbs of place
However, well and badly, when used to evaluate an action, can only
go at the end of a sentence or clause
Mr Gradgnnd pays his staff very well/badly [compare > 7.10]
With some adverbs of manner, such as bravely cleverly cruelly
foolishly generously kindly secretly simply, a change of position
results in a difference in emphasis Compare the following
He foolishly locked himself out
(= It was foolish (of him) to) [> 16.27.2]
He behaved foolishly at the party (= in a foolish manner)
With others, such as badly naturally, a change of position results in a
change in meaning and function
You typed this letter very badly (adverb of manner)
We badly need a new typewriter (intensifier, > 7.53.1) You should always speak naturally (adverb of manner) Naturally I'II accept the invitation (viewpoint adverb, > 7.57)
Adverbs of manner: beginning a sentence
In narrative writing (but not normally in speech) sentences can begin with adverbs of manner, such as gently quietly slowly suddenly We do this for dramatic effect, or to create suspense Such adverbs are followed by a comma
O Connor held his breath and stood quite still Quietly he moved
forwards to get a better view
Adverbs of place
7.17 The meaning of 'place'
The idea of place covers
- location Larry is in Jamaica
- direction (to away from) Larry flew to Jamaica A distinction can be drawn between location and direction
1 Location adverbials answer the question Where? and go with 'position verbs' such as be live stay work They can begin a sentence In Jamaica Larry stayed at the Grand Hotel
2 Direction adverbials answer the questions Where to? and Where from? They often go with 'movement verbs' like go and cannot usually begin a sentence Larry went by plane to Jamaica
