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What does a inperritive sentence means?

An imperative sentence is a type of sentence that gives a command, makes a request, or expresses a strong suggestion.

Here's what makes an imperative sentence unique:

* Subject is usually implied: You don't explicitly state the subject ("you") because it's understood. For example, "Close the door." The implied subject is "you."

* Verb comes first: The verb is always the first word in the sentence.

* Often ends with a period (.) but can also end with an exclamation point (!) for emphasis.

Examples:

* Command: "Turn off the lights."

* Request: "Please hand me the remote."

* Strong Suggestion: "Get some rest."

Here's a breakdown of the key characteristics:

* Purpose: To direct, instruct, or influence someone.

* Subject: Usually implied (understood to be "you").

* Verb: Always comes first in the sentence.

* Punctuation: Usually ends with a period, but can end with an exclamation point for emphasis.

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