Search. A subordinating conjunction is used to link a subordinate clause (also known as a dependent clause) to the main clause (also known as an independent clause). In each example below, the main clause is in bold, and the subordinating conjunction is shaded. Here is a list of common subordinating conjunctions:
THE ATHENIAN ACROPOLIS, GREECE. The Acropolis (from the Greek acros, meaning high or upper and polis, meaning ''city) of Athens is a steep-sided hill supporting several temples, precincts, and other buildings.
PENTELIKON MARBLE. The Pentelikon marble was used in the construction of the Parthenon, the Erechtheum, the Propylaea of the Acropolis, the Theseum, the temple of Olympus Zeus and several other temples and monuments of Athens and other ancient Greek cities.