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So (word)

English word

So is an English word that, apart from its other uses, has become increasingly popular in recent years as a coordinating conjunctive opening word in a sentence. This device is particularly used when answering questions although the questioner may also use the device. So may also be used to end sentences.

  • a coordinating conjunctive to refer backwards to something previously mentioned
  • a coordinating conjunctive dangling "so" (sometimes called trailing "so") to refer forwards to something that may be said
  • an intensifying adverb.
  • The Rape of Lucrece, 1594, by William Shakespeare

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