Motion in resultative constructions

What is it about?

Figurative motion plays an important role in the expression of result in English. There is a strong preference for the figurative use of caused motion to express a state change when the affected entity experiences a complete transformation. However, if the affected entity acquires a new property but retains its essence, an adjectival phrase is preferred. Metaphor licenses the use of motion constructions to express result.

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Why is it important?

It focuses on the licensing role of metaphor and metonymy in grammar, which is still an underexplored phenomenon.