expletive construction
/ˈeksplɪtɪv kənˌstrʌkʃən/
'there is' or 'it is' constructions that delay the real subject
“There are many reasons to act. (Weak.) Many reasons compel us to act. (Strong.)”
Origin: Latin expletivus (serving to fill out)
/ˈeksplɪtɪv kənˌstrʌkʃən/
'there is' or 'it is' constructions that delay the real subject
“There are many reasons to act. (Weak.) Many reasons compel us to act. (Strong.)”
Origin: Latin expletivus (serving to fill out)