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March 18, 2026Language

Anaphoric pronouns as bound variables: Syntax or semantics?

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GHGilbert Harman

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Overview

This analysis uncovers the interactions between syntax and semantics regarding anaphoric pronouns, affecting rule ordering in linguistics.

Key Points

  • The study aims to clarify whether anaphoric pronouns function based on syntactic rules or semantic principles.
  • Analysis of arguments presented by Wasow and Harman regarding variable movement rules.
  • Examination of the interaction between Tough Movement and Dative Movement.
  • Evaluation of problems related to rule ordering in the context of anaphoric pronouns.
  • Identified that two of Wasow's problems are illusory regarding rule ordering.
  • Demonstrated that the remaining problem can be addressed through conventions of variable movement.
  • Provided positive evidence supporting the proposal through the interaction of movement rules.

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Gilbert Harman (1976) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ba429c4e9516ffd37a30d1https://doi.org/10.1017/s0097850776017116
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