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Paragraphs – The Writing Center
Paragraphs are the building blocks of papers. Many students define paragraphs in terms of length: a paragraph is a group of at least five sentences, a paragraph is half a page long, etc. In reality, though, the unity and coherence of ideas among sentences is what constitutes a paragraph.
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Paragraph - Wikipedia
A paragraph (from Ancient Greek παράγραφος (parágraphos) 'to write beside') is a self-contained unit of discourse in writing dealing with a particular point or idea.
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PARAGRAPH Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of PARAGRAPH is a subdivision of a written composition that consists of one or more sentences, deals with one point or gives the words of one speaker, and begins on a new usually indented line.
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What is a Paragraph? Definition, Examples of Paragraphs
The purpose of a paragraph is to express a speaker’s thoughts on a particular point in a clear way that is unique and specific to that paragraph. In other words, paragraphs shouldn’t be mixing thoughts or ideas. When a new idea is introduced, generally, a writer will introduce a new paragraph.
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On Paragraphs - Purdue OWL® - Purdue University
What is a paragraph? A paragraph is a collection of related sentences dealing with a single topic. Learning to write good paragraphs will help you as a writer stay on track during your drafting and revision stages. Good paragraphing also greatly assists your readers in following a piece of writing.
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paragraph - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
paragraph (plural paragraphs) A passage in text that starts on a new line, the first line sometimes being indented, and usually marks a change of topic. opening paragraph final paragraph paragraph heading Divide the writing into paragraphs.
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Definition of a Paragraph - PHSC Writing Center
A paragraph is a series of sentences on a specific point or topic. A well written paragraph must have a topic sentence which states the main idea: what the paragraph is about.
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3: The Basics of Paragraphs - Humanities LibreTexts
This page covers the fundamentals of academic writing, focusing on the structure of paragraphs, which include topic sentences, supporting sentences, and conclusion sentences. It emphasizes the …
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Paragraph Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary
PARAGRAPH meaning: a part of a piece of writing that usually deals with one subject, that begins on a new line, and that is made up of one or more sentences
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What Is a Paragraph? - Two Minute English
But what exactly is a paragraph, and why does it matter so much in both reading and writing? It’s more than just a block of text separated by spaces. A good paragraph serves as the building block of clear communication, guiding the reader through your thoughts one step at a time.