Exploring Verb-Particle Placement in Syntax

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This research proposal investigates the placement of verb-particle constructions (VPCs) in English, focusing on how the weight of noun phrases (NPs) influences their order. It aims to determine if longer NPs favour a joined order over a split one, using data from the British National Corpus. The study will explore various VPCs, excluding ordinary prepositional verbs, and will analyse structural preferences and their implications for grammar and usage. By examining corpus data, the research...