Chapter 10. The so-called ‘manner’ type

Chapter 10
The so-called ‘manner’ type

This content is being prepared for publication; it may be subject to changes.

Article outline

1.Introduction
2.The distinction between the ‘manner’ type
and the ‘incidental activity’ type
3.Three varieties of manner of motion
- 3.1The ‘non-direct motion’ variety
- 3.2The ‘slow, gradual motion’ variety
- 3.3The ‘quick motion’ variety
4.Why these three varieties?
- 4.1Possible motivation of non-direct motion
- 4.2‘Motion-despite-difficulty’ scenario
5.Another look at the putative ban on manner-of-motion verbs
- 5.1Difficulty?
- 5.2Conversion?
6.Conclusion
Notes