split infinitive (definition) by Webster 1913

Split infinitive. (Gram.)

A simple infinitive with to, having a modifier between the verb and the to; as in, to largely decrease. Called also cleft infinitive.

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infinitive	Using Pavlovian Theory to classically condition inanimate objects	Mixed metaphor	Nominative
...	preposition	adverb	Trying desperately to be cool
grammar	dangling participle	double negative	Steven Pinker
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prescriptive grammar	Everything Statistics - September 29, 2001 (2)

split infinitive (definition)

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