Parallel Structure in Words and Phrases
Some examples of parallel structure of words and phrases include the following:
Ashley
likes to ski, to swim and to jump. This is correct and uses parallel
structure. An incorrect version of this sentence would read: Ashley
likes to ski, to swim and jumping. Joe likes singing, walking
and diving. This is correct and uses parallel structure. An incorrect
version of this sentence would read: Joe likes singing, walking and to
dive.Mary wanted to make sure that she made her presentation
creatively, effectively and persuasively. This is correct and uses
parallel structure. An incorrect version of this sentence would read:
Mary wanted to make sure she made her presentation creatively,
effectively and persuaded others.Tim was considered to be a
good employee because he was never late, he was very motivated and he
was not lacking in initiative. This is correct and uses parallel
structure. An incorrect version of this sentence would read: Tim was
considered to be a good employee because he was never late, he was very
motivated and he did not lack initiative.
