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What are examples of conjunctions in a sentence?

Here are some examples of conjunctions in sentences, along with the type of conjunction:

Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so)

* For: I went to the store, for I needed milk. (reason)

* And: The sun was shining, and the birds were singing. (addition)

* Nor: He didn't study, nor did he attend the class. (negative addition)

* But: I wanted to go to the beach, but it was raining. (contrast)

* Or: Would you like coffee or tea? (choice)

* Yet: She was tired, yet she continued working. (contrast)

* So: I was hungry, so I ate lunch. (result)

Subordinating Conjunctions (examples: because, although, since, while, if, unless, until, after, before, etc.)

* Because: I went to bed early because I was tired. (reason)

* Although: Although it was cold, she wore a dress. (contrast)

* Since: Since you're here, let's have dinner. (time)

* While: While I was working, he was playing video games. (time)

* If: If you want to go, I'll go with you. (condition)

* Unless: I won't go to the party unless you go with me. (condition)

* Until: I'll stay here until you come back. (time)

* After: After I finished my work, I went home. (time)

* Before: I finished my homework before dinner. (time)

Correlative Conjunctions (pairs of words like: both...and, either...or, neither...nor, not only...but also)

* Both...and: Both John and Mary went to the party.

* Either...or: Either you can go to the movies or you can stay home.

* Neither...nor: Neither the dog nor the cat was home.

* Not only...but also: Not only is he talented but also he is very kind.

These are just a few examples. There are many other types and examples of conjunctions used in sentences.

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