Why the number 34/2 is appearing in strange places around town
Why is a just a rather odd wh -word. Its distribution is very limited -- it can only have the word reason as its antecedent, and since it's never the subject it's always deletable. Consequently it behaves strangely, as you and others point out.
English for Kids – Places in the Town (2026) - EnglishCentral Blog
