The coupling of words shows that they are to be taken in the same sense.

Explanation

Words joined together in a clause are presumed to share a common sense; coupling signals that the terms are of the same class and import.

Where this applies

• Words grouped together in a clause should be understood in the same sense.
• The terms coupled together are of the same class and should be interpreted alike.
• Linking words together signals they share a common meaning.

See also

• 10.1.2 The best interpretation is drawn from what goes before and what follows.
• 10.2.8 A word is known by the company it keeps.