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sadly the kids vs sadly, the kids

Both "sadly the kids" and "sadly, the kids" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. The first one is used when the adverb "sadly" is directly modifying the subject "the kids," while the second one is used when the adverb is introducing a statement about the kids. The presence or absence of the comma changes the meaning and structure of the sentence.

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sadly the kids

This phrase is correct when the adverb "sadly" directly modifies the subject "the kids."

This phrase is used when the adverb is directly modifying the subject, indicating that the kids are sad.

Examples:

  • Sadly the kids were not able to attend the party.
  • Sadly the kids lost their pet dog.
  • Sadly the kids couldn't participate in the school play.
  • Sadly the kids had to say goodbye to their friends.
  • Sadly the kids were left out of the game.
  • Palladino: Sadly, The Kids Have Followed A-Rod's Example. November 7, 2014 8:15 AM. Alex Rodriguez signs a baseball for a child at Family Fun Day ...
  • Nov 7, 2014 ... The Duggar family released its first music video today. Sadly, the kids are only lip -syncing. 4.0 / 5.0; 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5. Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 (5 Votes).
  • May 1, 2015 ... Sadly, the kids also learned that there are thieves out there who are callous enough to steal a child's bicycle. Cable and chain locks alone are ...
  • We're still trying to level the ground and plant grass seed so sadly, the kids don't have many outdoor toys yet. So, it was time to build Ella her own house; check ...

Alternatives:

  • Regrettably the kids
  • Unfortunately the kids
  • Sadly, all the kids
  • Sadly, those kids
  • Sadly, some kids

sadly, the kids

This phrase is correct when the adverb "sadly" is introducing a statement about the kids.

This phrase is used when the adverb is introducing a statement about the kids, indicating that something sad is going to be mentioned.

Examples:

  • Sadly, the kids had to leave the party early.
  • Sadly, the kids were not able to visit their grandparents.
  • Sadly, the kids didn't win the competition.
  • Sadly, the kids were not allowed to go on the field trip.
  • Sadly, the kids were disappointed with the movie.
  • Palladino: Sadly, The Kids Have Followed A-Rod's Example. November 7, 2014 8:15 AM. Alex Rodriguez signs a baseball for a child at Family Fun Day ...
  • Nov 7, 2014 ... The Duggar family released its first music video today. Sadly, the kids are only lip -syncing. 4.0 / 5.0; 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5. Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 (5 Votes).
  • May 1, 2015 ... Sadly, the kids also learned that there are thieves out there who are callous enough to steal a child's bicycle. Cable and chain locks alone are ...
  • We're still trying to level the ground and plant grass seed so sadly, the kids don't have many outdoor toys yet. So, it was time to build Ella her own house; check ...

Alternatives:

  • Regrettably, the kids
  • Unfortunately, the kids
  • Sadly, all the kids
  • Sadly, those kids
  • Sadly, some kids

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