Passive Voice: When Passive is Not So Passive

Passive voice, that most misunderstood and oft-maligned grammatical device. It's time to set the record straight:

Passive voice isn't always as passive as it seems. In fact, it's often the life of the party.

Take, for example, the humble sandwich:

The Sandwich

The sandwich was eaten by John.

Or, if you will:

The cat was pounced on by the laser pointer.

As you can see, passive voice is all about drama and intrigue.

But wait, there's more! Passive voice can also be used for:

The plot to take over the world, as revealed by the evil genius, Dr. Reginald P. McSillius.
The secret recipe for the world's greatest sandwich, hidden by the infamous Chef François F. Fritter.
The hidden messages from alien overlords, deciphered by the brave and dashing, Captain James B. Blunderson.

So, the next time you're tempted to say "the cat sat on the mat," remember: passive voice is not just a grammatical device, it's a lifestyle.

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