An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and verb and expresses a complete thought. An independent clause is a sentence.

单句由主语和谓语构成，并表达一个完整的意思。一个单句即为一个句子。

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When the second independent clause in a sentence has an independent marker word, a semicolon is needed before the independent marker word.

当第二个单句出现时，需要有一个连接副词来引导，并在此连接副词前面加上一个分号。

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Any such delegation shall be effected in accordance with sub-clause 2. 4 and for this purpose such independent inspector shall be considered as an assistant of the Engineer.

这种委托应按第2.4分项条款办理，这种检验员应作为工程师的一个助手。这种任命通知书由工程师至少于14天前发给承包人。

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The party said 40 MPs from nine parties and an independent had pledged to support a clause drafted by the SNP to amend the chancellor's latest budget.

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