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  • [11] For example, one of the readings given for the sentence "The man hits the colorful ball" contains the elements: [Some contextually definite] (Physical object) (Human) (Adult) (Male) (Action) (Instancy) (Intensity) [Collides with an impact] [Some contextually definite] (Physical object) (Color) [[Abounding in contrast or variety of bright colors] [Having a globular shape]].

    A Special Supplement: Chomsky's Revolution in Linguistics Searle, John R. 1972

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