passive voice
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A way of writing a sentence in which the subject receives the action rather than performing it, as in 'the ball was chased by the dog'.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Scientific reports often use _____ to keep the focus on the experiment rather than the researcher."
Answer: passive voice
In your own words, what does "passive voice" mean?
A way of writing a sentence in which the subject receives the action rather than performing it, as in 'the ball was chased by the dog'.
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