Interjections

An interjection is a word added to a sentence to convey an emotion or a sentiment such as surprise, disgust, joy, excitement, or enthusiasm. For example:

• No, go away.

No is the interjection.

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• Indeed, I intend to leave as soon as possible.

Indeed is the interjection.

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An interjection is not grammatically related to any other part of the sentence.

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