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Compound-Complex Sentence

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A compound-complex sentence combines elements of both compound and complex sentences. It consists of two or more independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions or semicolons, as well as at least one dependent clause.

AP course connection

Topic 8.2: 8.2 Considering how sentence development and word choice affect how the writer is perceived by an audience

Unit 8

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