Question
Is there a dangling modifier in the sentence below?
My first bobsledding partner, Thomas the Tank Engine's advice has been incredibly valuable.
Dangling Modifier
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My first bobsledding partner, Thomas the Tank Engine's advice has been incredibly valuable.
Dangling Modifier
No Error
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The sentence contains a dangling modifier. The phrase "My first bobsledding partner" suggests that it is describing who or what is providing the advice, but instead, the sentence incorrectly connects it to "Thomas the Tank Engine."
To clarify the meaning and eliminate the dangling modifier, you could rewrite the sentence, for example:
"My first bobsledding partner, Thomas, has given me incredibly valuable advice."
This clearly indicates that Thomas, rather than the character Thomas the Tank Engine, is the person offering advice.
To clarify the meaning and eliminate the dangling modifier, you could rewrite the sentence, for example:
"My first bobsledding partner, Thomas, has given me incredibly valuable advice."
This clearly indicates that Thomas, rather than the character Thomas the Tank Engine, is the person offering advice.