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400 Dependent Clause Examples
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What to notice in the examples
Dependent clauses let writers add time, reason, condition, contrast, description, and other relationships without giving every idea equal grammatical weight.
- Look for subordinators such as because, although, when, if, while, since, and unless.
- Relative clauses often begin with who, whom, whose, which, or that.
- Noun clauses can function as subjects, objects, or complements.
- A dependent clause normally needs an independent clause to complete the sentence.
although the first draft was clear
when the lights dim
if the temperature drops
who lives across the hall
that we ordered yesterday
what the witness remembered
whether the team can finish on time
since the schedule changed
unless the rain stops
while everyone else was sleeping
which had been closed for repairs
When the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the train reached the station — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that Mira closed the kitchen window — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the neighbor returned the borrowed ladder — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that a cyclist crossed the bridge — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the baker packed the morning orders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the dog carried the red ball — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the student revised the final paragraph — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the teacher posted the rubric — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the librarian reserved the study room — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the class completed the practice quiz — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the tutor explained the equation — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the editor marked the repeated sentence — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the analyst updated the forecast — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that our team documented the final decision — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the manager approved the revised timeline — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the designer shared the prototype — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the coordinator sent the agenda — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the engineer tested the backup system — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the lantern lit the empty hallway — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the detective opened the sealed envelope — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the musician played the final chord — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the painter covered the old sign — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the child followed the silver footprints — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the storm shook the loose shutters — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the council approved the tree-planting plan — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the clinic mailed the appointment reminders — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the museum opened the new exhibit — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the volunteers sorted the donated books — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the bus driver reported the broken display — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the gardener watered the young trees — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the river carried the fallen branches — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Because the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Since the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Although the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Even though the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
If the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Unless the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Wherever the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
So that the wind moved the dry leaves — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
When the sun warmed the stone wall — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
After the sun warmed the stone wall — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Before the sun warmed the stone wall — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
While the sun warmed the stone wall — This is a dependent clause because the subordinating word leaves the thought grammatically unfinished.
Keep the underlying decision or pattern, then replace the subject, evidence, relationship, constraints, and tone with details that belong to your situation. If your final line still works after swapping only one noun, it may be too close to the example.