Pattern: V adj

The pattern can be best understood by viewing the interactive construction network link above.

To examine the individual constructions please see the tables below:

Examples
In the evening the wind became stronger… (BNC)
He sat up straight and opened his eyes. (BNC)
After a struggle he broke free… (BNC)
The front door slammed shut… (BNC)
I was afraid something like this would happen. (BNC)

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