NON-RESTRICTIVE MODIFIER

Also called a parenthetic expression, it is a word, a phrase, or a clause that does not limit, qualify, modify, or describe another word, phrase, or clause. It gives more information about a person, a place, or a thing. It can be deleted and the meaning of the sentence will not be affected.

Glenn Angelo Galano, Makati Science High School first year student, received a certificate of high distinction from the 2002 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) and a certificate of recognition from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) during the AMC Philippine Awarding Ceremonies at the DOST Executive Lounge, Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila, Oct. 23.